Sales Manager (Cable Sector)

Cathay Investments Limited; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cathay Group in Croydon is seeking a high-energy Sales Manager to own and expand our international Cable segment. Based at our Croydon office, you will hunt new business, manage global accounts, and drive revenue growth with autonomy to shape strategy.

You’ll negotiate with premier OEMs and cable manufacturers, design the annual sales plan, and advise clients on bespoke material solutions. A technical/business background and fluent English are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in cable sales.
• Degree in Business or Technical field.
• Several years in international technical sales for industrial products.
• Self-starter with autonomy and strong drive.
• Fluent English with global negotiation confidence.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the annual sales plan to grow global market share.
• Identify new market potentials and map international OEMs and cable manufacturers.
• Lead high-level commercial and technical negotiations from pitch to contracts.
• Advise clients on bespoke material solutions matching specs.

Skills

Cable sales

International sales

Business development

Negotiation

English communication

Education

Business/Engineering degree

Job description

Sales Manager (Cable Sector) at Cathay Group

Salary: £50,000 base + performance-related bonus + benefits

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Ready to plug into a global market?

We aren’t looking for a standard account manager who wants to sit at a desk all day. We are looking for a high-energy, autonomous Sales Manager to own and expand our international \"Cable\" segment.

We manufacture high-quality, technically specified nonwoven materials that keep the world connected. If you’ve ever wanted to be the driving force behind major international supply chains, positioning specialized solutions to top-tier manufacturers of high-voltage, offshore, and subsea cables, this is your arena.

Based out of our Croydon office, this is a standalone, high-impact role reporting directly to the Director. You’ll have full autonomy to hunt new business and manage strategic global accounts.

The Mission (What you’ll actually be doing):

• Own the Strategy: Design and execute the annual sales plan to expand our global market share.


• Hunt & Nurture: Identify new market potentials, map out international OEMs and cable manufacturers, and build rock-solid, long-term commercial relationships.


• Close the Deals: Lead high-level commercial and technical negotiations, from the initial pitch right through to final contracts and pricing strategies.


• Be the Expert: Advise clients on bespoke material solutions, matching our specialized product specs to their complex engineering requirements.

What you bring to the table:

• Industry Expertise: A minimum of 1 year of dedicated experience in cable sales is required.


• The Right Blend: A degree in Business with a technical mindset, or a Technical/Engineering degree with a sharp commercial edge.


• Proven Track Record: Several years of experience in international technical sales or business development for industrial products. (If you already know the cable or subsea industry, you're at the top of our list).


• An Entrepreneurial Spirit: This is an individual contributor role. You need to be a self-starter who thrives on autonomy, loves the thrill of the chase, and doesn't need hand-holding.


• World-Class Communication: Flawless English communication skills and the confidence to negotiate with stakeholders globally.

What’s in it for you?

• Base Salary: £50,000 per annum.


• Bonus: A bonus that rewards your direct impact on revenue growth.


• Autonomy: No micromanagement. You own your pipeline, your strategy, and your results.


• Contract Flexibility: We offer various contract structures and terms tailored to suit your specific level of experience and expertise.


• Support: Backed by a stellar internal Customer Services team to handle order processing and logistics, leaving you free to focus on closing deals.