Modernisation Sales Manager

Stirling Warrington; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK lift and escalator specialist is looking for a Modernisation Sales Manager to drive revenue growth and secure modernisation projects. You will identify upgrade opportunities, conduct site surveys, and deliver high-quality proposals. The ideal candidate has proven lift industry sales experience and strong technical understanding of lift systems. This role offers a competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven lift industry sales experience, ideally in modernisation or major repairs.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and convert findings into commercial proposals.
• Confident with CRM systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure modernisation opportunities with new and existing customers.
• Carry out detailed site surveys to assess condition, compliance, and upgrade needs.
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and full tender submissions.
• Achieve annual sales targets and KPIs.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry to contract.

Skills

Sales experience in lift industry

Technical understanding of lift systems

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

CRM proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering (or equivalent)

Engineering background (electrical or mechanical)

Job description

Modernisation Sales Manager

London

Up to £60k

A leading UK lift and escalator specialist is expanding its modernisation division. The company is known for innovation, strong engineering standards, and excellent customer service. This is a great opportunity to join a growing team and shape the future of building mobility.

As a Modernisation Sales Manager, you will drive revenue growth by identifying upgrade opportunities, assessing lift equipment, and securing modernisation projects. You will guide customers through technical solutions and deliver high‑quality proposals from first enquiry to contract award.

What you will do

• Identify and secure modernisation opportunities with new and existing customers.
• Carry out detailed site surveys to assess condition, compliance, and upgrade needs.
• Prepare technical proposals, quotations, and full tender submissions.
• Achieve annual sales targets and KPIs.
• Build strong relationships with building owners, property managers, consultants, and facilities teams.
• Provide expert advice on regulations, lifecycle planning, and modernisation solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry to contract.
• Work with engineering and project teams to develop competitive solutions.
• Ensure proposals comply with EN81, LOLER, PUWER, and industry standards.
• Prepare cost estimates, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Track market trends and competitor activity.
• Produce sales forecasts and contribute to strategic growth planning.

What you need

• Proven lift industry sales experience, ideally in modernisation or major repairs.
• Strong technical understanding of lift systems and components.
• Ability to conduct site surveys and convert findings into commercial proposals.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Confident with CRM systems and MS Office.
• NVQ Level 3 in Lift Engineering (or equivalent) preferred.
• Engineering background (electrical or mechanical) desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Who you are

• Target‑driven and commercially aware.
• Self‑motivated with strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Professional and customer‑focused, comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience) with performance‑based incentives.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Standard weekday working pattern.
• Pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support.

If you're ready to take the next step in your modernisation sales career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team where your expertise will make a real impact.