Job Description

Synthomer plc is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products.


At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low-carbon economy


We are seeking a

Global Key Account Director

to join our Adhesive Solutions team and take ownership of some of our most strategic customer relationships worldwide. This is a high-impact role with direct responsibility for our large global key accounts.


As

Global Key Account Director,

you will lead and execute Synthomer’s global key account strategy, driving executive-level engagement and strengthening partnerships across multiple businesses within the Synthomer group. You will be the commercial champion of global accounts, ensuring growth, profitability, and long-term collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Execute global key account strategy for designated accounts, continuously refining and adapting to market needs Build and sustain strong client relationships at executive and operational levels Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring strategic partnerships deliver mutual value Lead relationship management meetings to align priorities and strengthen collaboration Deliver financial performance by achieving revenue, new business, and margin targets Prepare and present forecasts, reports, and performance analyses to senior leadership Ensure compliance with regional regulations and company policies

We are looking for a dynamic leader with:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred) 10+ years of sales leadership experience in chemical manufacturing or related industry Proven track record of driving sales growth in multinational environments Global key account management expertise within the chemical sector Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills Willingness to travel extensively across global markets

Why Join Synthomer?

Be part of a global leader in polymer innovation Drive strategic partnerships with high-value accounts Work in a flexible, international environment with exposure to senior leadership * Shape the future of Adhesive Solutions in a role that directly impacts growth and profitability