Sales Manager

Manchester Source: WhatJobs

Up to £55,000 Salary DOE

Part of a global group, my client specialise in the design and manufacture of mechanical/hydraulic products for the power generation, nuclear, marine, and defence sectors. Supplying their products to a global blue chip client base they are true market leaders, and they are currently enjoying a very buoyant market.

Role

They are now seeking an Account Sales Manager to join their team, where you would be responsible for managing large blue chip clients both in the UK and internationally. This interesting role would involve managing orders from enquiry through to project completion, by interpreting designs and creating workable solutions that meet the client's criteria, and maintaining regular updates throughout the project lifecycle. You would also be tasked with trying to grow and maximise your accounts, with regular meetings to understand market trends and requirements, as well as representing the company at international trade shows and exhibitions.

This fantastic opportunity would offer you the chance to work with some of the biggest and most prestigious companies in the world, in booming industry sectors.

Person Requirements

Good mechanical knowledge, ideally with minimum HNC/HND qualifications in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5 Years experience in Technical Sales or Account/Sales Management
Strong Communication Skills
Nuclear, Marine, Defence, Turbine, Power Transmission, or Rotating Equipment knowledge would be extremely beneficial
Experience of working for a manufacturer developing mechanical products
International sales experience would be useful
Hydraulics Knowledge would be a bonus
Client Account Ownership Experience
British Citizenship would be ideal due to the nature of the industry sectors they supply into
Ability to speak Mandarin, German, Spanish or other languages would be of interest
Experience of managing Export Control Compliance would be advantageous