Export Regional Sales Manager

ACS Performance; Bradford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm is searching for an Export Regional Sales Manager to grow sales across EMEA and Latin America. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing distributor relationships, identifying new opportunities, and providing technical guidance. Strong export sales experience and a mechanical engineering background are essential. This role involves frequent international travel and a balance of technical knowledge with commercial decision-making. Interested candidates should submit their CV and a covering letter outlining their relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering background or equivalent technical experience.
• Proven success in export sales, ideally in technical environments.
• Comfortable with frequent international travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop sales across EMEA and Latin America.
• Strengthen relationships with established distributors.
• Set and monitor regional sales plans.
• Provide commercial and technical guidance.
• Maintain CRM records for activity and forecasting.
• Coordinate with Marketing on trade shows and regional campaigns.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Strong export sales experience

Experience working through distributor networks

Strong presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Strong stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple markets

Adaptability to changing situations

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Export Regional Sales Manager

Location: Ideally Surrey based with international travel

This role is an Export Regional Sales Manager position covering the EMEA and Latin American markets. It combines strategic regional planning with hands-on commercial activity and close distributor management. The focus is on developing existing partners, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring consistent sales performance across diverse international territories. The position suits someone who is comfortable working autonomously, travelling regularly, and balancing technical understanding with strong commercial judgement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop sales activity across EMEA and Latin America.
• Strengthen relationships with established distributors and support their performance.
• Identify, assess, and onboard new distributors in target markets.
• Set and monitor regional sales plans, taking action where targets require support.
• Provide commercial and technical guidance, including presentations and joint customer visits.
• Produce accurate quotations and lead commercial negotiations.
• Maintain CRM records for pipeline, activity, and forecasting accuracy.
• Review market trends and data to inform sales strategy.
• Coordinate with Marketing on trade shows, events, and regional campaigns.
• Undertake regular international travel for distributor meetings, events, and customer visits.

Key Skills & Profile

• Mechanical engineering background or equivalent technical experience.
• Strong export sales experience, ideally in a technical or engineering-driven environment.
• Proven success working through distributor networks.
• Ability to blend technical product knowledge with commercial decision-making.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder-engagement skills.
• Organised and able to manage multiple markets and priorities.
• Comfortable with frequent international travel and adaptable to changing situations.

Application

ACS are recruiting for an Export Regional Sales Manager. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required, submit your CV including an outline of your experience as an Export Regional Sales Manager. It is also helpful to include a covering letter outlining your experience with your application to enhance your chances of selection.