Sales Manager

Think Care; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer of industrial products is seeking a Business Development Manager. This role focuses on high value account management and new business acquisition within the automotive sector. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in engineering, have a successful background in technical sales, and be skilled at building long-term relationships. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 – £60,000 plus bonus and company car, with various benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Fully expensed company car

25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Defined benefit pension scheme

Medical cash back plan

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• A degree or higher level qualification in an engineering discipline.
• A demonstrable track record of success in technical sales or industrial business development.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and design methodology.
• Proficiency in IT systems including MS Planner and CRM tools.
• Ability to build long term relationships with designers and production functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a sales pipeline using research and LinkedIn outreach.
• Identify new applications for bespoke products within the automotive supply chain.
• Present detailed sales proposals and manage projects through PPAP and ISIR processes.
• Collaborate with internal design and production teams to deliver prototyping and sample services.
• Act as the voice of the customer to influence the company business plan.

Skills

Technical sales expertise

Relationship building

Understanding of engineering drawings

Proficiency in CRM tools

Education

Degree in engineering

Tools

MS Planner

Job description

Role Overview

Business Development Manager / Sales Manager (Engineering / Automotive) Salary : £55,000 – £60,000 per annum + Bonus + Company Car Location : North West (Ideally Commutable from Lancashire / Greater Manchester, or at least based in the North of the UK)

About the Role A prominent UK manufacturer of industrial consumables is seeking a Business Development Manager / Sales Manager to join their senior team. This company specializes in bespoke material conversions and technical adhesive products, serving a diverse range of manufacturing sectors with a focus on automotive OEMs.

You will report to the Managing Director and take responsibility for both high value account management and new business acquisition. This role requires a technical approach to selling, where you will solve design and process problems for engineers and purchasing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a sales pipeline using research and LinkedIn outreach.
• Identify new applications for bespoke products within the automotive supply chain.
• Present detailed sales proposals and manage projects through PPAP and ISIR processes.
• Collaborate with internal design and production teams to deliver prototyping and sample services.
• Act as the voice of the customer to influence the company business plan.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree or higher level qualification in an engineering discipline.
• A demonstrable track record of success in technical sales or industrial business development.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and design methodology.
• Proficiency in IT systems including MS Planner and CRM tools.
• Ability to build long term relationships with designers and production functions.

Benefits

• Base salary up to £60,000 plus performance related bonus.
• Fully expensed company car.
• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• Defined benefit pension scheme and medical cash back plan.
• Flexible working arrangements and core 37.5 hour week.

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Technical Sales Manager; Senior Business Development Manager; Engineering Sales Account Manager; Automotive Account Manager; Industrial Sales Engineer; OEM Business Development Manager; Adhesive Solutions Specialist; Manufacturing Sales Manager; Technical Account Manager; External Sales Engineer