Sales Manager

Path Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee business development across the North of the UK. The role involves managing key account relationships, developing sales strategies, and negotiating contracts. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in capital equipment sales and a sound understanding of hydraulic systems. This position offers competitive compensation and numerous benefits including a company vehicle and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Performance-related bonus

Company vehicle (business and personal use)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Death in service benefit

Long-term career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success in capital equipment or construction equipment sales.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, attachments, or heavy machinery.
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing a regional sales strategy to achieve targets.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts and dealers.
• Identifying new business opportunities and onboarding dealers.

Skills

Capital equipment sales

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Results-driven

Job description

Sales Manager - North |Drive strategic growth for a global manufacturer of premium construction equipment attachments. Excellent autonomy, progression, and rewards.

About the Company

A global manufacturer and recognised industry leader within the capital construction equipment sector. Known for engineering excellence, product innovation, and a strong dealer network, the business delivers cutting-edge hydraulic attachments and associated solutions used across construction and civil engineering. The culture encourages accountability, initiative, and professional growth.

Key Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Performance-related bonus
• Company vehicle (business and personal use)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare and death in service benefit
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing global group
• Opportunity to represent premium equipment brands

About the Role (Key Responsibilities)

The Sales Manager will oversee business development and key account management across the North of the UK, focusing on capital construction equipment attachments and dealer partnerships. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing a regional sales strategy to achieve revenue and market share targets.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts and dealer networks.
• Identifying new business opportunities and onboarding high-performing dealers.
• Negotiating and securing high-value contracts and commercial agreements.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to guide strategy.Representing the brand at trade shows and industry events across the UK.

This Sales Manager position combines strategic responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to work with premium, high-value products.

About You (Skills & Experience)

• Proven success in capital equipment or construction equipment sales.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, attachments, or heavy machinery.
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Highly motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a: Regional Sales Manager, Area Sales Manager, Territory Sales Manager, Business Development Manager / BDM, Account Manager, Construction Equipment Sales, Capital Equipment Sales, Attachments Sales, National Sales, Technical Sales.

Next Steps

If you are an ambitious Sales Manager seeking a position offering autonomy, strategic influence, and high-quality products, apply today.