Sales Manager (Manufacturing)

Castle Group Ventures, LLC; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace manufacturing is looking for a Sales Manager to drive business development and manage key accounts. This role, based in London, focuses on developing market capture plans and managing RFQs. Ideal candidates will have a proven sales background in the aerospace industry and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in engineering sales.
• Proven track record in aerospace sectors.
• Familiarity with KPIs in aerospace and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of the company's growth strategy in aerospace.
• Manage RFQs and provide activity reports.
• Lead major bids and projects.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Analytical mindset

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

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Sales Manager (Aerospace & Manufacturing)

Are you an experienced and driven Sales Manager with a strong background in aerospace and manufacturing? Do you have a passion for business development and the ability to work collaboratively with sales teams, bid teams, and internal stakeholders? If so, this role could be a perfect fit for you!

Sales Manager (Aerospace & Manufacturing)

Are you an experienced and driven Sales Manager with a strong background in aerospace and manufacturing? Do you have a passion for business development and the ability to work collaboratively with sales teams, bid teams, and internal stakeholders? If so, this role could be a perfect fit for you!

Role Overview: As a Technical Sales Manager, you will play a key role in the business development process, working closely with the Sales Director, Bid Team, and internal sales teams. Your focus will be on a combination of new business development (40%) and growing existing accounts (60%). This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the collective sales efforts within the aerospace industry, with a strong emphasis on research-based sales.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of the company's growth strategy, identifying key market segments and customers within aerospace and manufacturing.
• Develop market capture plans and target profitable opportunities within both existing and new customer bases in the UK and Europe.
• Manage RFQs, ensuring timely submissions and support for the Bid Management team to deliver quality responses.
• Provide regular activity reports to keep stakeholders informed of sales activities and progress against goals.
• Offer feedback on market trends, competitors, and customer intelligence to the wider team.
• Take ownership of key accounts and work with the Sales and Commercial team to grow them.
• Lead and support major bids and projects until they are handed over to the NPI team.
• Attend customer visits and support marketing events and exhibitions such as the Farnborough/Paris Airshow.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in engineering sales, specifically within aerospace and manufacturing.
• Proven track record of successful business development in aerospace sectors (commercial and military OEMs, and tier suppliers).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with KPIs and a solid understanding of commercial and technical aspects of the aerospace and manufacturing industries.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP experience a plus).
• Analytical mindset with knowledge of basic engineering concepts and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and travel internationally as required.
  
  

If you're looking for an exciting opportunity in a rapidly growing industry and have the skills to make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch soon to discuss the next steps.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Marketing Services

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