Technical New Business Manager – Industrial Components

French Selection (FS); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 52,200 - 63,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Car allowance

Benefits

Job summary

French Selection (FS) is seeking a Technical New Business Manager to foster business growth in Birmingham. In this hybrid role, you will identify new opportunities, build customer relationships, and promote motion control technologies.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical) and has senior B2B sales experience, particularly in technical or industrial contexts. You will enjoy a competitive salary of £58,000 per annum, alongside a performance bonus and a car allowance.

Qualifications

• Senior B2B sales experience with a technical or industrial sales background.
• Proven ability to manage sales pipelines and develop customer relationships.
• Data-driven approach with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Promote motion control and spring-based technologies.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Technical sales

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of French or German

Education

Degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical)

Job description

Technical New Business Manager – Industrial Components

Location: Birmingham – hybrid role (1 day a week in the office).

Other commutable locations include Coventry, Worcester, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Leicester and Oxford, etc.

Salary: £58,000 per annum + 25% performance bonus + car allowance

Ref: 736UK

A successful company and part of an international group, providing specialised equipment and products to a wide range of industries, from marine and aerospace to medical and agriculture. A leading international engineering and manufacturing organisation, they focus on motion control and mechanical component solutions, supporting customers with high-quality, technically advanced products and strong application expertise.

To drive regional business growth by developing new accounts, strengthening existing relationships, and delivering tailored technical solutions that create value for both customers and the business, particularly within OEM environments.

The role

• Proactively identify, approach, and secure new business opportunities across the assigned region.
• Build and maintain long‑term customer relationships to ensure sustainable success.
• Promote a wide product portfolio of motion control and spring‑based technologies to meet diverse industrial requirements.
• Manage sales pipelines, pricing, forecasting, and margin performance within the defined territory.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver strategic account plans and cross‑selling opportunities.
• Provide market intelligence on competitor activity and customer trends to guide strategy.
• Maintain accurate reporting and activity records through the company’s CRM systems.
• Expect regular travel within the UK to meet clients, explore new business, and expand market presence, with some occasional travel to Europe as required.

The candidate

• Degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical) or equivalent professional experience.
• Senior B2B sales experience with extensive background in technical or industrial sales, ideally with exposure to OEM customers.
• Proven ability to win new business and develop strategic customer relationships.
• Data‑driven approach with strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French or German is a plus.
• Highly self‑motivated and commercially focused, with a willingness to travel regularly within the UK and occasionally in Europe.

The salary

£58,000 per annum + 25% performance bonus + car allowance + benefits.