B2B Sales Manager

Broadreach Limited; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent marine solutions provider is seeking a Sales Manager to lead business development in the UK and internationally. The ideal candidate should have a passion for sailing, proven B2B sales experience, and strong relationship-building skills. This role offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and hybrid working flexibility, making it an exciting opportunity for sailing enthusiasts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Hybrid working flexibility

Pension scheme

Exciting growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales, ideally in marine or technical product sectors.
• Natural connection to sailing through personal or professional experience.
• Self-motivated and well-organized with a willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow sales across OEM, trade, and distribution channels.
• Build relationships with boatbuilders, distributors, and retailers.
• Represent the business at industry events and trade shows.
• Provide feedback for product development and marketing.
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and reports.
• Monitor competitor activity and identify opportunities.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Strong relationship building

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Sales Manager - Marine Hardware & Sailing Technology

Location: South East, UK | Hybrid Working

Exclusive to Broadreach

At Broadreach, we're working on behalf of a respected British manufacturer of marine hardware and sailing technology. With a legacy of innovation and quality, our client supplies performance equipment to boatbuilders, chandleries, and sailing professionals worldwide.

We're looking for a commercially focused Sales Manager with a genuine passion for sailing to lead business development across the UK and key international markets.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for someone who understands the sailing community and brings a successful track record in sales - particularly in technical or product-led sectors. You'll be based from the client's HQ with flexibility for hybrid working and regular travel to trade shows, customer meetings, and international accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow sales across OEM, trade, and distribution channels
• Build and maintain strong relationships with boatbuilders, distributors, and retailers
• Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and regattas
• Provide feedback to internal teams to support product development and marketing
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and commercial reports
• Monitor competitor activity and identify opportunities in emerging markets

What We're Looking For

• Experience in B2B sales - ideally in marine, outdoor equipment, or a technical product sector
• A strong connection to sailing - whether through personal, professional, or sporting experience
• Natural relationship builder with strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Commercially astute, well-organised, and self-motivated
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + uncapped performance-based commission
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Pension scheme and benefits
• Opportunity to represent a well-regarded British manufacturer with global reach
• Join a business at an exciting stage of international growth

Apply via Broadreach. If you're a sailing enthusiast with commercial drive, we'd love to speak with you. For more details or a confidential discussion, get in touch with the Broadreach team.