Sales Manager

Xchanger services limited; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and experienced team

Development of technical and commercial skills

Collaborative workplace environment

Job summary

A leading heat exchanger company in the UK is seeking a Sales Manager to drive business development and strengthen customer partnerships. This role requires strong communication and negotiation skills, with 5–10 years of experience in the heat exchanger industry. The successful candidate will manage key accounts, perform technical site visits, and collaborate with project teams to ensure customer satisfaction. The company offers a supportive environment and opportunities for both technical and commercial skill development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales within the heat exchanger industry.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales and win new business.
• Responsiveness to customer needs and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and pursue sales opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Identify market trends and convert opportunities into sales.
• Manage and coordinate projects with internal teams.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

5–10 years of proven experience in sales or business development

Technically capable with problem-solving skills

Ability to analyze market trends

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Relevant technical or business qualification (HND, degree, or equivalent experience)

Job description

Take the Lead in Sales for a Growing Heat Exchanger Business

As we continue to grow both locally and globally, we are looking for a highly experienced and sales-driven Sales Manager to play a key role in expanding our business and strengthening customer partnerships.

Xchanger Services is part of the Vestas aircoil group; a global, family-owned manufacturing company with Danish roots and nearly 70 years of expertise in engine cooling solutions. With operations across Europe, the US, and China, we combine strong technical know-how with an international presence.

As part of our continued UK expansion, we are preparing to open a new 55,000 sq. ft. production facility in Peterlee. This investment strengthens our ability to serve customers more efficiently and creates a strong platform for further commercial growth. This offers a unique opportunity for you to drive new business and expand our market presence.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and commercially focused Sales Manager who thrives on winning new business and driving growth. This is a national, customer-facing role requiring flexibility to travel across the UK. You will take ownership of developing new business opportunities and managing key customer accounts, while also providing technical support and commercial guidance across a range of industries.

You will work closely with our sales, estimating, project, and production teams to ensure successful execution of projects and high customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and actively pursue sales opportunities
• Build, develop, and maintain strong client relationships
• Identify market trends and convert opportunities into sales
• Carry out technical site visits and represent the company professionally
• Collaborate with the estimating team to prepare competitive offers
• Lead contract negotiations and close deals
• Manage and coordinate projects internally with project and production teams

Who You Are

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a clear commercial mindset
• 5–10 years of proven experience in sales or business development within heat exchanger industry
• Technically capable, with solid problem-solving skills and understanding of engineering principles
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales and win new business
• Ability to analyse market trends and act on opportunities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Relevant technical or business qualification (HND, degree, or equivalent experience)

Who We Are

Xchanger Services was established in 1987 in the UK and has over 30 years of experience in the manufacture, repair, and servicing of heat exchangers.

We are a close-knit and experienced team working across power stations, utilities, and large industrial plants, with a strong focus on quality and craftsmanship. Read more about us here: https://www.xchangerservices.co.uk/about-us/.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced team with deep technical expertise
• The opportunity to work with complex, custom-engineered products
• A role with high commercial impact and responsibility
• Development of both technical and commercial skills
• A combination of a small, specialised team and a global company environment
• A workplace that values collaboration, quality, and pride in the work

Team spirit is important to us, and we nurture it through technical sparring and regular social activities like our curry nights.

Apply Now

If you are a driven and experienced sales professional looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to HR at [e-mail].