Global Sales & Distribution Manager

E3 Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in high-performance products is seeking a Global Sales & Distribution Manager to define their sales strategy and manage international distributors. The ideal candidate has a strong sales background, preferably in the oil and gas sector, and a mechanical engineering background. Competitive salary and excellent benefits offered in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Health Care Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Excellent working conditions

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and marketing management, ideally within the oil and gas industry.
• Preferred experience in sales and distribution management in the valve industry.
• Background in mechanical engineering with a traditional engineering apprenticeship is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel internationally as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Define a comprehensive multi-year selling strategy roadmap.
• Establish and manage international distributors across four product lines.
• Leverage engineering expertise to enter global markets.
• Manage a significant portfolio of global vendor approvals.
• Build strong relationships with clients to support business growth.
• Support commercial success across engineered valve products.

Skills

Sales and marketing management

Sales and distribution management

Mechanical engineering

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HNC qualifications

Job description

Overview

Global Sales & Distribution Manager required for a global leader in high-performance products for the Oil, Gas, Petrochemical, and Hydrogen sectors. Operating for 50 years, this internationally recognised organisation operates in over 150 countries, supplying engineered solutions to some of the world's most demanding industries. They are recruiting for a Global Sales & Distribution Manager to join their team in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.

This opportunity is based in Brighouse, making it easily commutable from surrounding areas including Huddersfield, Halifax, Bradford, Wakefield, and Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Define a comprehensive multi-year selling strategy roadmap ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Establishing and managing international distributors against pre-set targets across four product lines
• Leveraging technical and mechanical engineering expertise to expand into global markets
• Maintaining and managing a significant portfolio of global vendor approvals to influence end-user specifications
• Building strong relationships with clients and partners to support business growth
• Supporting commercial success across a diverse range of engineered valve products

Requirements

• A proven track record in sales and marketing management, ideally within the oil and gas industry
• Experience in sales and distribution management in the valve industry (preferred)
• A background in mechanical engineering, including HNC qualifications and a traditional engineering apprenticeship
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across cultures and geographies
• Willingness to travel internationally as part of the role

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary - depending on experience
• 33 days annual leave (including flexible and statutory holidays)
• Access to Health Care Cash Plan and Pension Scheme (post-probation)
• Excellent working conditions in a modern manufacturing environment

To apply for the Global Sales & Distribution Manager position, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Lewis Lynch at E3 Recruitment for more information.