Sales Manager

Trelleborg; Bywell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering solutions provider is seeking a Sales Manager in Bywell, England, to develop regional sales strategies and drive revenue growth. Key responsibilities include managing the full sales cycle, maintaining customer relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including time in the marine sector. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Investment in training

Modern working equipment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sales management or engineering sales, with 2 years in marine sector preferred.
• Experience in developing internal and external sales networks.
• International experience with a global mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sales strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets for the assigned region.
• Lead the tender and sales process from lead generation to order closure.
• Prepare and negotiate sales proposals, contracts, and perform sales forecasting.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and promote company products.

Skills

Sales management

Customer relationship management

Market research

Network building

Engineering knowledge

Complex sales models

Leadership

Proficiency in English

German language skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Trelleborg is a world‑leading provider of engineered polymer solutions, forging lasting partnerships to deliver long‑term marine solutions. We are seeking a Sales Manager to drive revenue growth across the assigned region, develop regional sales strategies, and manage the full sales cycle with a focus on customer relationships and market leadership.

We offer a responsible, results‑oriented role within a dynamic international company that invests in training, career growth, and modern working environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sales strategies aligned with PG TMI EMSA objectives.
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets for the assigned region.
• Lead the tender and sales process from lead generation to order closure.
• Prepare and negotiate sales proposals, contracts, and perform sales forecasting.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and promote Trelleborg Marine Systems products.
• Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and monitor market trends.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project management, and supplier factories to meet customer requirements.
• Support project database management and contribute to business process improvements.
• Represent the company professionally and support training of junior sales staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business (preferably Mechanical or Civil).
• Minimum 5 years of sales management or engineering sales experience, 2 years in the marine sector is a plus.
• Experience developing and maintaining internal and external networks.
• International experience and a global mindset.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken); German language skills are an advantage.
• Experience with complex sales models.

Offer & Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave.
• Hybrid flexible working environment and supportive team culture.
• Investment in employee training and education.
• Modern equipment and a family-friendly workplace atmosphere.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a leading industrial company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We take pride in diversity and encourage applications from people of all nationalities, religions, genders, sexual identities, ages and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for every employee.