Sales Manager - Port Machinery

Minnovation International; City Of London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in marine engineering is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to expand their marine sales operations in the UK. The role involves developing new business, managing key relationships, and ensuring sales growth. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of the UK marine market. Excellent communication skills and a solution-oriented mindset are essential. This position is home-based with frequent travel across the UK and Europe.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in relevant industry.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve business targets.
• Identify new market opportunities and customer segments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and distributors.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract closing.
• Monitor market trends and feedback for insights.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Prepare sales reports and market analysis for management.
• Represent the company at trade shows and client meetings.

Skills

Sales experience in heavy equipment

Knowledge of UK port and marine markets

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Result-oriented

Fluent English

Knowledge of Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Sales Manager – UK Base

Location: United Kingdom (Home-based)

Reporting to: Regional Sales Director / General Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Manager to lead and expand our Marine Department’s sales operations in the UK market. The Sales Manager will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing key customer relationships, driving sales growth, and promoting Marine Department’s full range of port machinery and marine engineering equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve business targets in the UK and surrounding regions.
• Identify new market opportunities, customer segments, and distribution channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, distributors, and industry stakeholders.
• Manage the full sales cycle – from lead generation and negotiation to contract closing and after-sales coordination.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to provide insights for product development and marketing.
• Collaborate with technical and service teams to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and market analysis for management review.
• Represent Marine Department at trade shows, exhibitions, and client meetings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of sales experience in heavy equipment, marine engineering, or port machinery industry.
• Strong knowledge of the UK and/or European port and marine markets.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, result-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Mandarin is a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the UK and Europe.