Job Title: Technical/Commercial Manager
Location: Cheshire
Salary: £120K - £135K + bonus + Car Allowance
Contract: Permanent

Are you passionate about science and innovation£ Do you thrive at the intersection of technical expertise and commercial strategy£ If you''re looking for a role where you can shape the future of fabric care products while driving global business success, this is the opportunity for you.

Our client is a highly respected $1.6B global company, known for developing, producing, and distributing a broad range of specialty chemicals, minerals, and niche products for the Consumer and Specialties industries.
We are seeking a Technical/Commercial Manager to take a pivotal role in product development, global sales, and commercial strategy within the fabric care industry.

This is more than just a job-it''s an opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, drive innovation, and position yourself for long-term leadership in a dynamic industry.

What You''ll Be Doing

Global Sales and Commercial Strategy

- Lead and execute global commercial strategies for fabric care products, targeting key international accounts and high-growth opportunities.
- Partner with regional sales teams to expand revenue, strengthen client relationships, and identify new market opportunities.
- Work closely with distributors to drive regional and global sales objectives.
- Develop and deliver compelling technical and commercial proposals, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
- Conduct market analysis to anticipate trends, adjust strategies, and maintain a competitive edge.

Innovation and Product Development

- Collaborate with RandD, Product Line Management, and Engineering to bring groundbreaking fabric care formulations and technologies to market.
- Translate customer needs into innovative fabric care solutions, ensuring technical feasibility and commercial viability.
- Provide hands-on expertise in detergent formulations, surfactants, dyes, and perfumes to guide development and commercialisation.
- Lead customer trials, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to full-scale commercial production.
- Support the development of technical specifications, SOPs, and equipment requirements to ensure consistency and performance.

Driving Performance and Growth

- Develop and implement sales forecasts, pricing strategies, and revenue models to maximise profitability.
- Negotiate contracts post-trials to secure long-term business growth.
- Identify operational challenges within customer processes and provide tailored solutions to improve efficiency and fabric care product quality.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor movements to ensure continued leadership in fabric care innovation.

Continuous Learning and Leadership Development

- Lead ''Voice of Customer'' initiatives to gather feedback and continuously enhance fabric care product offerings.
- Work closely with internal teams to refine strategies and drive fabric care formulation innovation.
- Establish training programs to keep internal teams and stakeholders up to date on technical advancements.
- This role offers a clear path to senior leadership for high performers, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to take their career to the next level.

What You Bring

- A strong background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering-this is essential.
- Expertise in fabric care detergent formulations, surfactants, dyes, perfumes, or related chemical applications is highly desirable.
- Experience in sales, account management, or business development within the fabric care or household care sector.
- A track record of working closely with RandD, product