Major Accounts Sales Manager

Executive Network Group; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industrial firm is seeking a proactive National Sales Manager to drive business growth across the UK and Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in managing key accounts and developing new business opportunities, with experience in selling hydraulic or related solutions to major OEMs. You must be a self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a full UK driving license. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Bonuses

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven field sales or account management experience in hydraulics or related industries.
• Experience selling into OEM or major manufacturing businesses.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key accounts to ensure satisfaction.
• Develop account plans to maximize sales growth.
• Identify new business opportunities across the UK & NI.
• Track and analyze sales performance for actionable insights.

Skills

Field sales experience

Strong communication skills

Technical knowledge of hydraulics

Proficiency with CRM systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven National Sales Manager to join a majorly backed business at their head office in the Manchester area.

This role focuses on managing key accounts, developing new business opportunities, and expanding market presence across the UK and Northern Ireland.

The ideal candidate will have to have had exposure of selling Hydraulic / Pneumatic solutions into major OEMs and have good balance of technical knowledge to a strong and tangible history in sales.

Role : National Sales Manager

Salary : up to £80,000 (depending on experience) + bonuses + benefits

Location : Nationwide across the UK

This position suits a proactive, strategic thinker capable of building and maintaining strong client relationships at all levels. The successful candidate will bring a solid track record in sales, ideally within the hydraulics, hose, or related sectors such as pneumatics, and demonstrate a passion for driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities for National Sales Manager

Manage and strengthen relationships with existing key accounts, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.

Deliver exceptional customer service, addressing client queries and feedback promptly.

Develop and execute account plans to maximise sales growth and achieve revenue targets.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand market presence across the UK & NI.

Conduct research to identify emerging trends, market segments, and new customers.

Generate and qualify leads, deliver persuasive presentations, and close deals effectively.

Implement sales strategies aligned with commercial objectives to drive growth and market share.

Track and analyse sales performance, providing actionable insights and recommendations.

Collaborate closely with marketing colleagues on targeted campaigns and promotional activities.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, technologies, and developments within the sector.

Provide customers with sound technical advice and product recommendations.

Skills and Experience for National Sales Manager

Proven field sales or account management experience within hydraulics, hose, or related industries.

Ideally knowledge of the Construction Equipment / Heavy Plant / Access Platforms world

Selling into OEM / Major Manufacturing businesses

Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

Highly self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Results-driven with strong attention to detail.

Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

This is a great opportunity with a majorly backed business for a strong National Sales Manager. You will need to a well balanced all rounder with a strong sales process, robustness and resilience & the ability to open doors with major manufacturers / OEMs.

Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation