Sales Manager

Straight-Line Civils; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A heavy fabrication company in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Sales/Estimating Manager. Responsibilities include managing customer relationships, preparing detailed proposals, and ensuring profitability through effective negotiation and collaboration with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales record in heavy fabrication and knowledge of relevant design codes. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 plus pension and bonuses.

Benefits

Pension

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and estimating within heavy fabrication.
• Strong understanding of ASME / PD5500 / EN13445 design codes.
• Self-motivated and organised, managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer relationships and prepare competitive quotations.
• Review specifications and ensure compliance in cost estimates.
• Negotiate contracts to achieve profitable growth.

Skills

Sales and estimating background

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering qualification (mechanical or similar)

Job description

Straight-Line are currently hiring a Sales/Estimating Manager in Wolverhampton within the heavy fabrication industry.

As Sales / Estimating Manager, you'll be responsible for managing customer relationships, preparing competitive quotations, and converting opportunities into profitable orders. You'll work closely with our engineering and production teams to ensure accurate costings, clear communication, and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients in the process, energy, and manufacturing sectors.
• Prepare detailed technical and commercial proposals for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and related fabrications.
• Review specifications, drawings, and client requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy in cost estimates.
• Manage the estimating process from enquiry through to contract award.
• Negotiate contracts and terms to achieve profitable growth.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement to optimise design and manufacturing solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to strategic growth plans.

Person Specification

• Proven track record in sales and estimating within the pressure vessel or heavy fabrication industry.
• Strong understanding of ASME / PD5500 / EN13445 design codes and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail.
• Engineering qualification (mechanical or similar) preferred.
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Salary - £45,000 + pension and bonuses

If this sounds of interest, please apply now! Alternatively, if you have any further questions, call us on (phone number removed).

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