WHO WE ARE:

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. Its products and services are designed to benefit people and improve their quality of life. At Bayer you have the opportunity to be part of a culture where we value the passion of our employees to innovate and give them the power to change

At Bayer Environmental Science (ES) we have a vital role and responsibility as we safeguard and strive to advance the health, hygiene and safety of people all over the world, sustainably. Through our work we are committed to fostering healthy environments where we live, work and play, enabling people and communities all over the world to live life to its full potential, helping them to thrive. We are well known in the UK for products such as Ficam D, K-Othrine® Partix™, Amenity Roundup, Dedicate and Valdor Flex.

ES in the UK/IE predominantly operates in the following industries.

• Professional Pest Control
• Rural hygiene
• Turf management
• Industrial vegetation management – amenity, rail etc 

THE ROLE:

As Head of Sales you are responsible for the sales of our ES products and services across the UK & IE. There will be six National Account Managers reporting to you, split across our various industries and regional locations. You will also be supported by the Marketing Team, our Technical Managers and the Head of Business. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Developing, implementing and monitoring sales strategies with the National Account managers
• Ensuring sales and profitability targets are met across different business segments, regions and product portfolios
• Identifying new business opportunities
• Managing a team of National Account Managers and Technical Managers.
• Working closely with the Senior Leadership and Marketing to maximise our marketing efforts
• Developing and maintaining close contact with customers and end users to stay up to date with the market and competitors
• Monitoring and improving communication between sales and other departments
• Work closely with the NAMs to ensure accuracy of the S&OP forecast
• Working as part of the Management Team, ensuring that all business KPIs are met
• Help with the business’s digital transformation efforts
• Represent ES on relevant external committees or expert groups, with the aim of influencing and defending our interests.
• Participate in lobbying activities of ES. 

WHO YOU ARE:

• Detailed knowledge of the chemical industry landscape including Turf and Amenity and Professional Pest distribution networks, customers and competitors
• Extensive business knowledge
• BASIS/RSPH
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power Point)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Communication & Collaboration

Your Application:

At Bayer you have the opportunity to be part of a culture where we value the passion of our employees to innovate and give them the power to change.
 
Reward is important to us, employees benefit from excellent employment conditions, such as:

• Competitive salary and performance bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare, generous pension scheme and Life Insurance
• Employee discount scheme
• International career possibilities
• Flexible working

Are you up for the challenge? If so, please apply online.