Sales Engineer

Verto People; Bickenhill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading manufacturer is seeking an Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager based in the UK. This role includes developing sales across the UK and Ireland, identifying new business opportunities, and managing key accounts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering sales, particularly in filtration systems. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

£45,000 - £55,000 salary

Commission structure

Company car

Home office setup

Holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Company credit card for business expenses

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering sales, particularly with filtration systems.
• Proven track record in account management roles.
• Ability to manage relationships with key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sales across the UK and Ireland for filtration systems.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Self-management

Proactive mindset

Education

HNC, HND, degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager

Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager required to join a world-leading manufacturer. The Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Business Development Manager will be responsible for developing business opportunities, maintaining relationships with existing customers, and identifying new prospects across a wide range of industries. This role ideally suits a technically minded sales professional with proven experience in engineering sales, ideally within filtration or related process industries, confident in managing key accounts, developing new business and travelling across the UK.

Package

• £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
• Commission structure
• Company car
• Home office setup (laptop & smartphone provided)
• Holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Company credit card for business expenses

Role

• Develop and manage sales across the UK and Ireland for advanced filtration systems for liquids and gases, including automatic filters, manual filters, duplex filters, and gas filters used in industrial, marine, and water treatment applications.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in targeted sectors.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers to drive repeat sales.
• Analyse market trends and product applications to expand customer reach.
• Work closely with the technical and sales support team to deliver tailored solutions.
• Promote the brand and uphold its reputation for technical excellence.
• Attend customer meetings, trade shows, and visits to HQ in Germany.
• Operate independently, managing schedules, reporting, and client follow-ups.

Requirements

• Experience as a Key Account Manager, Account Manager, Area Sales Manager, Sales Engineer, Business Development Manager, Technical Sales Engineer, Sales Representative or similar within engineering.
• Background in selling advanced filtration systems for liquids and gases, including automatic filters, manual filters, duplex filters, and gas filters used in industrial, marine, and water treatment applications, or similar.
• HNC, HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong communication, organisation and self‑management skills.
• Proactive and self‑motivated with a team‑oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a flexible environment – customer sites, home office and HQ.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, Ireland and occasionally to Germany for training.
• Full UK driving licence.