European Material Handling Sales Leader

Owen Daniels; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm seeks an experienced Sales Manager for their Material Handling portfolio in Eastleigh. The role involves leading the sales cycle across Europe, engaging with stakeholders, and translating customer needs into technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background in relevant sectors, technical negotiation skills, and an engineering degree. Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 with additional benefits such as bonuses and international exposure is offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension & private healthcare options

International exposure in a global organisation

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex, long-cycle technical sales processes.
• Comfortable engaging with engineers, operations, and senior stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally (30-50%).

Responsibilities

• Own the full sales cycle for material handling projects across Europe.
• Act as the technical sales specialist supporting regional teams.
• Develop compelling technical and commercial proposals.
• Manage pricing, quotations, and internal handovers.
• Support marketing initiatives and represent the business at customer meetings.

Skills

Proven sales experience in pharmaceuticals or material handling

Technical and commercial negotiation skills

Fluent English

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification

Job description

A global engineering firm seeks an experienced Sales Manager for their Material Handling portfolio in Eastleigh. The role involves leading the sales cycle across Europe, engaging with stakeholders, and translating customer needs into technical solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background in relevant sectors, technical negotiation skills, and an engineering degree. Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000 with additional benefits such as bonuses and international exposure is offered.