Area Sales Manager - Engineering

ERX - Eriks Industrial Services Ltd.; St Helens; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company in industrial services seeks an Area Sales Manager to build lasting relationships and enhance customer engagement in the engineering sector. The role emphasizes a safety-first mindset and requires a solid background in engineering sales as well as knowledge of the UK MRO market. With a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being and career development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for the right candidate to thrive and grow.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Paid wellbeing day per year

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical – Employee Only Cover

Qualifications

• Operating a Safety-First mindset.
• Full understanding of customer stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach, a team player.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen relationships with customers by uncovering and developing opportunities.
• Manage geographical territory effectively.
• Drive collaboration across engineering and operational teams.

Skills

Engineering Sales Background

Knowledge of the UK MRO market

Ability to engage with senior stakeholders

Collaborative approach

Competitor awareness

Tools

Microsoft Applications

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Area Sales Manager - Engineering, Saint Helens

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Saint Helens, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

At ERIKS UK&I, our Sales team is focused on building lasting, value-driven relationships in addition to developing existing accounts and identifying prospective new business across a wide range of industries. We do more than offer products — we provide tailored solutions that help our customers succeed. Our team brings together diverse skills and perspectives, and we believe this makes us stronger. By working collaboratively and inclusively, we deliver expert advice, understand unique customer needs, and create meaningful impact.

We’re committed to equity, respect, and integrity — both in how we work with each other and how we support our customers. Sales at ERIKS is about connection, partnership, and purpose.

Location: Haydock (Remote)

About the Role:

To gain access to and strengthen relationships with Strategic, Focus, Key, and General Customers by uncovering and developing opportunities for ERIKS’ engineering services. The goal is to establish ERIKS as the supplier of choice across all engineering segments by consistently delivering value, building trust, and aligning solutions with their specific needs.

Manage your geographical territory effectively utilizing the business tools provided. (Sales-I, Pipeline and Showpad)

You will build and foster strong working relationships with all customers and internal stake holders for the benefit of all involved.

Focus on competitor strongholds to win new business.

Increase share of wallet, customer lifetime value, opportunity conversion rates through positioning of ERIKS' multi engineering services.

Improve the commercial desirability of the customer group by selling the ERIKS value at every opportunity. Command the very highest price in return for the value provided.

Working with ALL stakeholders within the ERIKS business to deliver the full potential. Drive the working together spirit as part of the team and work with Engineering & Operational teams.

Promote ERIKS Core Engineering & Reliability Services - Motor Repairs, Pump Repairs, Gearbox Repairs, Associated Site Work (Removal and Reinstallation etc), Condition Monitoring (all service models).

Key Skills, Experience & Requirements:

Operating a Safety-First mindset, nothing is too important it can’t be done safely

Engineering Sales Background

Knowledge of the UK MRO market.

Solid Knowledge of ERIKS core assortment offering.

Able to speak & listen to, engage with and present to senior technical / commercial stakeholders within customers at all levels.

Full understanding of customer stakeholders and their needs with the ability to speak persuasively.

Awareness of the competitor and customer landscape within the region.

A collaborative approach, a team player driven to take part, be present and get involved with customer facing challenges.

Knowledge of and ability to professionally use Microsoft Applications, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel

What’s in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, our benefits package is designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life beyond work:

Time Off That Works for You

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 extra days

1 paid wellbeing day per year

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support

Virtual GP access, counselling, nutrition & fitness coaching, physiotherapy

Medical second opinions, lifestyle coaching, and wellness discounts

Security & Support

Company sick pay from day one

Contributory pension scheme

Group income protection

Life assurance

Bonus

Private Medical – Employee Only Cover

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave

Fertility leave and support

Who are we?

We’re ERIKS, a leading specialised industrial service provider. Our mission? Simple: to make Industry Work Better.

With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, you’re never far from a supportive, inclusive team. From shop floors through to strategic roles, your skills make a difference wherever you are.

We’re proud of our engineering heritage, but our impact goes far beyond the workshop. We deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise to keep industry moving forward.

We’re building a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Diversity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words, they’re central to who we are and how we grow. If you're looking for purpose, opportunity, and a place to belong, you’ll find it here.

So… what are you waiting for?

Let’s build something remarkable together.

ERIKS is an Equal Opportunities Employer.