European Sales Manager

Verto People; Derby; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of materials handling equipment in Derbyshire is seeking an experienced European Sales Manager. This role involves developing sales strategies for European markets, managing key accounts, and building dealer networks. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in B2B sales and will be office-based with frequent travel across Europe.

Benefits

Commission Scheme

Generous Pension Contributions

Company Car or Car Allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven European sales experience as a Sales Manager or similar role.
• Successful track record in B2B sales across European markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies for expansion across Europe.
• Manage direct sales with key account customers.
• Monitor regional sales performance and adapt strategies.

Skills

Sales Management

B2B Sales

Dealer/Distributor Management

Education

Engineering Qualification

Job description

European Sales Manager / European Sales Director / International Sales Manager

Join a manufacturer of materials handling equipment and automated handling equipment based in Derbyshire.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop sales strategies for expansion across Europe, targeting key markets for growth.
2. Manage direct sales with key account customers.
3. Develop existing sales partners to achieve growth plans.
4. Identify and onboard new sales partners.
5. Sell capital equipment, machinery, materials handling equipment, and automated handling equipment to dealer and distributor networks.
6. Monitor regional sales performance, provide regular reporting, and adapt sales strategies as required.
7. Be office-based near Derby with frequent European travel.

Requirements:

• Proven European sales experience as a Sales Manager, Sales Director, or similar role.
• Successful track record in B2B sales across European markets.
• Experience in building and managing dealer/distributor networks in an industrial or engineering environment.
• An engineering qualification is preferred.
• Willingness to be office-based when not traveling, with frequent European travel.

Package:

• £75,000 - £100,000 base salary depending on experience.
• Lucrative commission scheme.
• Generous pension contributions.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme.