Major Accounts Sales Manager

Executive Network Group; Remote; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A majorly backed business in the Manchester area is seeking a National Sales Manager to manage key accounts and drive business growth across the UK and Northern Ireland. This role requires proven sales expertise within hydraulics or related sectors, strong communication skills, and the ability to develop new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will be proactive and capable of building strong client relationships while achieving sales targets. Competitive salary up to £80,000 plus bonuses and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven field sales experience within hydraulics or related industries.
• Knowledge of the construction equipment sector is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and strengthen relationships with key accounts.
• Develop and execute account plans for sales growth.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK.

Skills

Field sales experience in hydraulics or related industries

Communication and negotiation skills

Proficient with CRM systems

Self-motivated and organized

Attention to detail

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 experience selling Hydraulic/Pneumatic solutions into major OEMs and have a strong tangible history in sales.

Role Details

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

• 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 & Experience

• 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 be 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.