Product Sales Manager - Chevron

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We are now looking for a Product Sales Manager to join our sales team.
Greetings from your future manager
“We’re looking for an energetic and passionate individual to join our UK Sales Team as Product Sales Manager. In this role, you’ll drive the profitable growth of our Chevron business by building strong relationships with key customers and supporting our regional sales teams. You’ll also act as an important link between Sales and Operations, working closely with our Markets and Product Management teams to align activity with our wider product and segment strategy.
The UK is at the heart of the UPM Graphics business, delivering above-market growth while maintaining our market-leading position. As we continue to evolve as a team, this is an exciting opportunity to join UPM Graphics and contribute to the continued success of our leading UPM Metamark brand.” - Nick Barnes, Sales Director UK and Ireland
What you will do
Lead the Chevron category in the UK, combining category ownership with customer and sales support, forecasting, supply chain collaboration, and technical-commercial expertise across the wider automotive segment, including PPF, colour change, and related automotive products
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Work closely with key customers, providing technical-commercial support and contributing to strategic category opportunities. You may also manage selected customer relationships when appropriate
Support the regional sales team in growing the Chevron category and achieving business objectives
Collaborate with UPM supply chain and procurement teams to ensure products are available in the right place at the right time
Provide accurate forecasts to support planning and decision-making
Selectively support the Automotive segment across the UK and Ireland by providing technical sales support for PPF, color change, and other automotive products – working closely with our Global segment specialist.
Represent the business at trade shows and customer events, providing support and building strong customer relationships
Who you are
You have experience in category management, product ownership, sales support, technical sales, or a related business area
You can build effective relationships with customers, colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders
You are comfortable working across commercial, technical, and operational topics and can balance multiple priorities
You have strong communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working with a variety of teams and customers
You can analyze information, provide reliable forecasts, and support informed business decisions
You are proactive, organized, and focused on delivering practical solutions
You have experience within the automotive sector, including PPF, colour change, or related products, is beneficial but not essential
You are interested in learning, developing your expertise, and contributing to business growth
This is what we offer to you
A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
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Additional information about the position
This position is located in the United Kingdom. This position is fully remote and home-office based combining remote work from home with regular on-site collaboration with customers nationwide, as well as visits to the UPM Graphics location in the UK of Lancaster and Woking.
The position holder will report to Sales Operations Leader – UK and Ireland.
For further information about the role, please contact Nick Barnes, Sales Director UK and Ireland, at nick.barnes@upm.com.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by 6th October 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.
For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +4401723502550.
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