Global Sales Manager

E3recruitment; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in high-performance products in the Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical sectors seeks a Global Sales & Distribution Manager. This role involves defining selling strategies, managing international distributors, and leveraging engineering expertise. A background in sales within the industry and relevant engineering qualifications is required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Health Care Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Excellent working conditions

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and marketing management within the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in valves distribution management preferred.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Define a comprehensive selling strategy roadmap.
• Establish and manage international distributors.
• Leverage engineering expertise to expand globally.
• Maintain global vendor approvals.
• Build relationships to support business growth.
• Support commercial success of engineered valve products.

Skills

Sales and marketing management

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HNC or equivalent mechanical engineering qualifications

Engineering apprenticeship

Job description

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. Due to continued growth, they are now 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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Apply

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.