Sales Manager UK

Owen Daniels; Flixton; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Sales Manager to drive growth across UK and European markets. This role involves developing new business, managing existing accounts, and leading sales initiatives. Candidates should possess strong sales experience, excellent communication skills, and be willing to travel. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus (up to 15%)

Career progression

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven sales and business development experience, ideally in filtration or a related technical industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline from prospect to close.
• Develop and implement sales strategies.
• Maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Represent the business at industry events and exhibitions.

Skills

Sales and business development

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Willingness to travel

Job description

Sales Manager – Filtration

Location: Home-based – UK & Europe travel required

A global manufacturing business based in Manchester is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive growth across UK and European markets. This newly created role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a business with ambitious expansion plans.

The Role

Reporting to the Sales Director, you’ll be responsible for developing new business, maximising existing accounts, and leading targeted sales initiatives. You’ll conduct market research, track competitor activity, and work closely with internal teams to deliver tailored technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline from prospect to close.
• Develop and implement sales strategies.
• Maintain long‑term customer relationships.
• Represent the business at industry events and exhibitions.

Skills & Experience

• Proven sales and business development experience, ideally in filtration or a related technical industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally.

Package

• £50,000 – £55,000 plus quarterly bonus (up to 15%)
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Career progression and professional development opportunities

If you’re ready to take on a high‑impact role in a respected global manufacturing business, apply now