Sales Manager

FusePump; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in England is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead its sales function. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, negotiating proposals, and engaging with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical sales and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and a chance to join an innovative business with a global reach.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Company car allowance

Pension scheme

Laptop and mobile phone

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a technical sales leadership role, ideally within engineered products or systems.
• Good understanding of operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the sales function from strategic planning to execution.
• Prepare, present, and negotiate proposals for commercially viable agreements.
• Engage with clients both in the UK and internationally.

Skills

Technical sales skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

An established manufacturer of thermal equipment is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead its commercial function. This is a pivotal role within a globally respected engineering firm supplying high-specification systems for advanced materials testing and processing. The company has built a reputation for engineering excellence, serving both R&D and production environments across international markets. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping business strategy, driving revenue growth, and strengthening customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the sales function, from strategic planning to tactical execution.
• Guide customers toward technically appropriate solutions tailored to their application needs.
• Prepare, present, and negotiate proposals to secure commercially viable agreements.
• Coordinate the internal and external processes related to project sales through to completion.
• Engage with clients both in the UK and internationally as required.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure the ongoing development of market-relevant products.
• Provide senior-level coverage during periods of absence in the leadership team.

Candidate Profile

• Proven track record in a technical sales leadership role, ideally within engineered products or systems.
• Good understanding of operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a consultative and professional approach.
• Commercially astute with the ability to manage complex, high-value sales cycles.
• Strong organisational skills, self-motivated and team oriented.
• Prior experience in sectors such as Kilns, HVACs, furnaces.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package including company car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Opportunity to join a trusted and innovative business with an international customer base