Area Sales Manager

Engineering @ 365 Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected precision engineering firm in the South West is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive sales growth and foster customer relationships. Ideal candidates should possess strong sales experience in metrology or related sectors, with excellent technical understanding and communication skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with commission and benefits, including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission

Company car or allowance

Pension and benefits package

Training and ongoing development

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience within metrology or similar sectors.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and production requirements.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales across the South West territory.
• Develop new business through strategic prospecting and lead generation.
• Build long-term relationships with customers.

Skills

Sales experience in metrology

Technical understanding of engineering drawings

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated and target-driven

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Job description

Area Sales Manager

Region : South West

Salary : Competitive Basic + Commission + Car / Allowance + Benefits

Job Type : Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

A respected and established precision engineering and measurement solutions provider is seeking a driven Area Sales Manager to develop and grow business across the South West. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional with strong knowledge of metrology, precision measurement, instrumentation, CNC manufacturing environments, or related technical industries.

You will play a key role in driving regional sales performance, nurturing existing accounts, and identifying new business opportunities within manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, engineering, machining, and industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and grow sales across the South West territory
• Develop new business through strategic prospecting and lead generation
• Build long-term relationships with customers including manufacturers, sub-contractors, and engineering firms
• Provide technical consultation and product demonstrations, supporting customers in selecting the right metrology solutions
• Present proposals, negotiate pricing, and close orders to achieve sales targets
• Maintain strong pipeline management through CRM reporting and forecasting
• Work closely with technical and applications teams to ensure excellent customer service and project delivery
• Represent the business at industry events, customer visits, and product demonstrations

About You :

• Proven sales experience within metrology, measurement systems, inspection equipment, machine tools, industrial capital equipment, or similar technical sectors
• Strong technical understanding with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and production requirements
• Confident communicator who can develop relationships at all levels – from shop floor to boardroom
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable managing a regional field-based role
• Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills
• Full UK driving licence required

What’s On Offer :

• Competitive salary with performance-related commission
• Company car or allowance
• Pension and benefits package
• Training and ongoing development
• The opportunity to thrive in a respected and growing business with a strong technical offering

Why Join?

This is a standout role for a motivated technical salesperson who enjoys autonomy, takes pride in delivering solutions for customers, and wants to represent a company with a strong reputation in the precision measurement sector. The ideal fit is someone who wants to make a visible impact and grow their career in a specialised, stable market.

How to Apply :

If you have the technical background and commercial drive required, please apply with your CV for confidential consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Engineering @365 is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from all individuals regardless of background or experience.