Defence Sales Manager (MOD) – Remote/UK-Based

Morgan Ryder Associates; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction products manufacturer is seeking a Defence Sales Manager to lead their defence sector sales. You will manage critical relationships with MOD and related contractors, implementing growth strategies for defence projects. The role offers a base salary of £80,000, performance bonuses, and executive benefits, along with flexible remote working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales background in the defence sector and understanding of procurement frameworks. This is an opportunity to influence key long-term projects.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Fully expensed company car or car allowance

Executive benefits package (pension, private healthcare)

Work-from-home flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales to MOD and Defence Estates.
• Understand procurement processes and frameworks in defence construction.
• Background in a relevant technical or manufacturing sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead defence sales for construction products.
• Execute a growth strategy for the defence sector.
• Secure product specs in defence construction projects.
• Navigate procurement and supplier routes for MOD.
• Support bids and tenders in the defence sector.
• Represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Proven experience selling into MOD / DIO / Defence Estates

Strong understanding of defence construction procurement and frameworks

Background in manufacturing or technical products

Track record of winning and growing long-term defence accounts

Comfortable operating at senior contractor and client level

Job description

A construction products manufacturer is seeking a Defence Sales Manager to lead their defence sector sales. You will manage critical relationships with MOD and related contractors, implementing growth strategies for defence projects. The role offers a base salary of £80,000, performance bonuses, and executive benefits, along with flexible remote working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales background in the defence sector and understanding of procurement frameworks. This is an opportunity to influence key long-term projects.