Area Sales Manager

Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A top provider of precision solutions is seeking an Area Sales Manager in Bristol to promote metrology and materials testing solutions. Ideal for candidates with a background in technical sales, you will develop customer relationships, identify business opportunities, and provide expert sales support. A full UK driving license and willingness to travel are required. Competitive salary and OTE included.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales, business development, or account management.
• Strong technical understanding of measurement, testing, and quality control processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with customers in metrology and materials testing.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow sales across the territory.
• Provide technical sales expertise and product demonstrations.

Skills

Technical sales

Business development

Account management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science

Job description

Area Sales Manager

Location: Bristol
Salary: 42,000 + 45,000 - OTE YEAR 1 55,000 OTE YEAR 2 60,000+
Job Type: Permanent

is recruiting for an Area Sales Managerr to join a leading provider of Capital Equipment. This role is ideal for experienced Area Sales Engineers, Area Sales Manager or Senior Sales Engineers with a background in selling high-precision equipment, materials testing solutions, or technical capital equipment. Covering a territory across South of England with an ideal location being around the Swindon/Reading/Oxford area, you will manage key accounts, drive new business, and provide expert technical sales support.

Job Description:

As an Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for promoting a range of cutting-edge metrology and materials testing solutions to customers across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, manufacturing, and research sectors. You will build strong relationships with engineers, R&D professionals, and procurement teams, helping them identify the best solutions to meet their testing and measurement needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage relationships with new and existing customers within the metrology and materials testing sectors.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow sales across the assigned territory.
• Provide technical sales expertise, advising clients on precision testing solutions tailored to their applications.
• Deliver product demonstrations and presentations to key decision-makers.
• Work closely with internal teams, including technical support and product specialists, to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to close deals and meet sales targets.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
• Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events to drive business growth.

Requirements:

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in technical sales, business development, or account management within a high-precision industry.
• Background in selling materials testing equipment, metrology solutions, or high-precision engineering systems.
• Strong technical understanding of measurement, testing, and quality control processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently, managing a sales territory and meeting targets.
• A results-driven mindset with a strong focus on customer solutions.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the assigned region.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience in materials testing, metrology, quality assurance, or laboratory equipment sales.
• Knowledge of industry sectors such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or advanced manufacturing.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical field.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your application above or contact directly.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.