External Sales Manager

Flowtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Achievable bonus

Career progression opportunities

Company car

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Business Development Executive in Bristol. The ideal candidate will manage accounts, identify new business opportunities, and foster relationships with clients. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering, be driven, and have previous sales experience. This role offers a competitive salary with achievable bonuses and excellent career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree-educated, preferably in Engineering, Technical, or Business.
• Prior experience in sales or a commercial role.
• Genuine interest in engineering and technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop accounts to achieve sales and profit targets.
• Identify new business opportunities in relevant sectors.
• Prepare and deliver compelling quotations and proposals.
• Prepare and deliver compelling quotations, proposals, and presentations.
• Take ownership of your sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow‑up and conversion.
• Collaborate effectively with internal colleagues to deliver exceptional service and technical support.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Technical, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Business Development Executive – Graduate with Sales Experience (Engineering Sector)

Location: Bristol

Salary: Competitive + Achievable Bonus + Company Care

Fantastic Career Progression with Thorite and the wider Flowtech Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop accounts across your region to achieve sales and profit targets.
• Identify new business opportunities in pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, and compressed air systems.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers at all levels, including purchasing and engineering teams.
• Prepare and deliver compelling quotations, proposals, and presentations.
• Take ownership of your sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow‑up and conversion.
• Collaborate effectively with internal colleagues to deliver exceptional service and technical support.

About

• Degree‑educated (Engineering, Technical, or Business disciplines preferred).
• Some prior experience in sales or a commercial role, looking for next step.
• Confident, professional, and skilled at building relationships.
• Driven, organised, and results‑oriented.
• Genuine interest in engineering and technical solutions.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Why Thorite

At Thorite, you’ll join a well‑established, forward‑thinking company with the backing of the Flowtech Group. We provide the support, training, and opportunities you need to grow your career — whether in sales leadership, technical expertise, or management. If you’re ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to take your career to the next level, this is your chance to thrive.

Application

Apply now and build your future with Thorite — where engineering meets opportunity.

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