Area Sales Manager (Manufacturing / Engineering)

Area Sales Manager (Manufacturing / Engineering)

£42,000 - £46,000 + Commission + Company Car / Allowance + Training

Manchester

Are you an experienced Technical Sales Engineer or Area Sales Manager with a background in precision engineering or manufacturing?

Are you looking to join an ambitious business where you can take ownership of your own territory, develop new customer relationships and play a key role in an exciting period of growth?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established specialist engineering and manufacturing business that is undergoing significant growth following a change in ownership.

The company supplies precision-engineered components and assemblies to a range of industries, including packaging, converting, print and industrial manufacturing, and is investing heavily in its systems, processes and people to support its next stage of development.

With ambitious plans to significantly expand the business, you will play a key role in developing new business opportunities, growing existing accounts and helping to shape the future of the sales function.

The Role

Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities across the North and Central Midlands. Manage and grow an existing portfolio of customer accounts, building long-term relationships. Carry out regular customer visits to understand requirements and identify opportunities for additional products and services. Read and interpret engineering drawings and use hand measuring equipment to assess customer requirements. Work closely with internal engineering and manufacturing teams to develop competitive quotations and technical solutions.

The Person:

Previous experience in a Field Sales, Technical Sales or Business Development role within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Knowledge of precision engineering, machining techniques or engineered components. Full UK driving licence.

This role would suit an Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Engineer or Business Development Manager with experience selling engineered products who is looking for a varied, field-based position with the autonomy to develop their own territory and the opportunity to progress alongside a growing business.

Keywords: Area Sales Manager, Technical Sales Engineer, Business Development Manager, Sales Engineer, Engineering Sales, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering, Account Manager, Field Sales, New Business Development, Engineered Components, Midlands.

Reference: BBBH 28170

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.

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