Job Description

For over 50 years, Specialist Engineering Plastics has been the go-to partner for UK manufacturers who demand precision, speed, and expertise. We're one of the UK's largest distributors of high-performance and commodity engineering plastics, supplying everything from aerospace and pharmaceutical to automotive and food processing.

We don't just shift product. We cut, billet, grind, plane, and deliver bespoke solutions that keep British manufacturing moving. And we do it with a team that genuinely cares about getting it right.

Now we're looking for an

Office-Based Sales Representative

who wants more than just another sales job. Someone who's ready to own relationships, drive growth, and make a real commercial impact.

This isn't telesales. It's not order-taking. It's proper B2B sales with autonomy, responsibility, and the freedom to negotiate and close your own deals.

Your day splits roughly 50/50:

Half your time

is reactive: processing enquiries, preparing accurate quotations, managing orders, and responding fast when customers need you.

The other half

is proactive: building relationships, chasing leads, winning new business, and staying ahead of competitor moves.
You'll own your customer base. You'll be their trusted expert. And you'll be rewarded for making it grow.

What You'll Be Doing

Managing inbound enquiries and turning them into sales Preparing quotations and processing orders with precision Proactively calling customers to uncover new opportunities Negotiating pricing and closing deals independently Building long-term, trust-based customer relationships Keeping on top of market trends and competitor activity Working closely with Credit Control, Inventory, and Business Development to deliver seamless service

What We're Looking For

You don't need to know plastics.

We'll teach you everything about PEEK, nylon, polyethylene, and the rest. What we can't teach is drive, curiosity, and commercial instinct.

You'll need:

Proven experience in internal sales, telesales, account management, or office-based B2B sales A sharp commercial brain and the confidence to negotiate Strong attention to detail (your quotes need to be spot-on) Resilience and a proactive mindset The ability to build genuine rapport over the phone and email A hunger to hit targets and grow your territory
If you've worked in manufacturing, engineering, or technical distribution, that's a bonus. But if you're a strong salesperson who's curious and coachable, we want to hear from you.

Why Join SEP?

Because this is a rare combination: the structure and support of an established, financially stable company with over 50 years of trading, and the energy and ambition of a business that's still growing fast.

You'll be part of a tight-knit sales team that backs each other up. You'll work with customers who rely on you to solve real problems. And you'll have the freedom to take ownership and make decisions without endless red tape.

Ready to Own It?

If you want a sales role where your work actually matters, where you're not just a number, and where your results directly impact your earnings -- this is it.

We're looking for someone who wants to build something, not just fill a seat.

If that's you, let's talk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,300.00-29,750.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Financial planning services Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Profit sharing
Work Location: In person