Strategic Growth Manager, Valves & Pumps

GEA Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA Group is seeking a Business Manager for Valves and Pumps to drive sales growth and expand market presence within the hygienic process industries. You will lead strategic growth, manage key customers, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions and competitive offers.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, proven experience in F2F sales and business development, and willingness to travel to support regional and global sales initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in F2F sales, business development, or management in valves/pumps or hygienic process industries.
• Strong commercial acumen with negotiation, contracting and account management experience.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and networking skills across all organisational levels.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for valves and pumps across industries.
• Identify new opportunities, grow sales, market share, and profitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, distributors, and stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences to boost brand awareness.
• Collaborate with sales, service, and other units to identify cross-selling opportunities.
• Coordinate with Head of Sales and teams to quotation and contract execution.
• Provide sales forecasts, CRM insights, and performance reporting.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive developments to maintain competitiveness.

Skills

F2F sales experience

Business development

Management experience

Commercial acumen

Negotiation & contracting

CRM tools

MS Office

Excellent communication

Networking

Travel willingness

Job description

GEA Group is seeking a Business Manager for Valves and Pumps to drive sales growth and expand market presence within the hygienic process industries. You will lead strategic growth, manage key customers, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions and competitive offers.

The role requires strong commercial acumen, proven experience in F2F sales and business development, and willingness to travel to support regional and global sales initiatives.