Sales Professional

PolyPump; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PolyPump, a leading provider of industrial pump solutions, is seeking a Sales Professional for a full-time, on-site role in Wallingford. You will identify new business opportunities, manage existing customer accounts, prepare proposals, and present technical products to diverse clients while coordinating with engineering and operations to ensure timely delivery of solutions.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical sales skills with a customer-focused mindset, understands pumps and rotating

Qualifications

• Strong technical sales experience in engineering or process equipment.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to varied stakeholders.
• Proven record of developing opportunities and closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Manage existing customer accounts and relationships.
• Prepare proposals and quotations for clients.
• Deliver technical product presentations to customers.
• Coordinate with technical and operations teams to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Industrial sales

Technical communication

Account management

Lead generation

CRM proficiency

Negotiation

On-site working

Driver's license

Proposal writing

Education

Engineering or Business degree

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

PolyPump is a leading provider of industrial pump solutions, representing professional rotating equipment manufacturers across centrifugal and positive displacement pump systems, mixers, chemical dosing systems, larger gear drive systems, and specialty motors. The company supports key sectors including power, oil, food processing, water and waste, beverage, mining, nuclear, chemical processing, fire, and facilities management. PolyPump focuses on delivering reliable pump and system solutions, helping customers reduce mean time between failure (MTBF) and improve energy efficiency. Team members collaborate closely with clients to provide tailored advice, consultation, and technical support that optimize system performance and lifecycle costs.

Role Description

The Sales Professional role is a full-time, on-site position based in Wallingford. This role is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, managing existing customer accounts, and promoting PolyPump’s range of industrial pump and rotating equipment solutions. Day-to-day tasks include conducting customer visits, preparing proposals and quotations, delivering technical product presentations, and coordinating with internal technical and operations teams to ensure accurate and timely delivery of solutions. The Sales Professional will analyze customer requirements, recommend suitable systems for their applications, and maintain detailed records of sales activities using CRM tools. The role also involves monitoring market trends, contributing to sales forecasts, and supporting marketing initiatives to strengthen PolyPump’s presence in key industries.

Qualifications

• Strong industrial or technical sales skills, with experience in selling engineering, mechanical, or process equipment solutions.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts related to pumps, rotating equipment, and associated systems to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficient relationship management and customer service skills, including negotiation, consultative selling, and account management.
• Solid business development and prospecting abilities, including lead generation, pipeline management, and deal closing.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to create clear proposals and product documentation.
• Comfort working on-site in an industrial environment, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous experience in sectors such as power, water, oil and gas, food processing, chemical processing, or related industries is highly beneficial.
• Relevant education in engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in technical sales.
• Proficiency in common office software and CRM tools, and a valid driver’s license for client visits.