Sales Manager - Commercial Maritime (NavCom Solutions)

ZipRecruiter; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maritime NavCom solutions sector is seeking a Sales Manager to drive sales directly to commercial maritime customers. The role requires strong technical knowledge of NavCom systems and proven sales experience. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a hybrid working model after probation.

Benefits

Company car allowance

Hybrid working model

Competitive base salary

High OTE potential

Qualifications

• Proven direct sales experience to commercial maritime customers.
• Strong technical knowledge of NavCom systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive direct sales of NavCom solutions to commercial maritime customers globally.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Sales

Technical Knowledge

Tools

NavCom systems

Navigation

Radar

Radio

ECDIS

HVAC systems

Job description

Job Description

Sales Manager – Commercial Maritime (NavCom Solutions)

Location: Ideally within commuting distance of Redhill, UK (Hybrid – Up to 6 days/month remote during probation)

Contract Type: Permanent

Package: Competitive base salary + Bonus (High OTE potential) + Company Car Allowance

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager with a proven track record of selling Navigation and Communication (NavCom) solutions directly to the commercial maritime sector in both the UK and international markets. This role is focused entirely on commercial maritime – applicants with experience outside of this sector or indirect sales channels will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive direct sales of NavCom solutions to commercial maritime customers globally.
• Engage with customers to understand their technical requirements and translate them into fully specified NavCom solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within the commercial maritime industry.
• Develop detailed NavCom bills of materials tailored to specific customer requirements.
• Work closely with technical teams to ensure customer needs are accurately captured and delivered.
• Achieve sales targets through strategic planning and execution.
• Spend significant time onsite in Redhill during the 6-month probation period, transitioning to a hybrid role thereafter.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven direct sales experience to commercial maritime customers in the UK and internationally.
• Experience selling through agents, distributors, or 3rd parties does not qualify.
• Non-maritime industry sales experience is not applicable.
• Strong technical knowledge of NavCom systems, including but not limited to:
• Navigation
• Radar
• Radio
• ECDIS
• HVAC systems (as part of integrated solutions)
• Ability to specify NavCom solutions based on customer requirements – not just familiarity with equipment, but the skill to build a holistic solution.
• Demonstrated success in translating technical needs into comprehensive, actionable sales proposals.

Desirable:

• Located within easy reach of Redhill or willing to spend significant time onsite.
• Knowledge of the broader maritime technology landscape and emerging trends.

What’s on Offer:

• Strong base salary, with bonus structure offering high OTE potential for top performers.
• Company car allowance.
• Hybrid working model post-probation, with flexibility for up to 6 days remote per month.
• Exciting opportunity to work with a leading player in the maritime NavCom solutions space, focusing on high-value, technical sales engagements.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , or expression, , , genetics, , , or veteran status.

Contact Person: Elvis Eckardt