Technical Sales Manager

CV Technical; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Technical Sales Manager experienced in air systems to manage a high-value portfolio. This role involves full sales ownership, significant international travel, and working closely with engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid technical background, preferably with an HNC in Mechanical Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000-£70,000, plus bonuses and benefits including a company car.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Up to 25% company bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Strong background in air systems or similar engineering environments.
• Experienced and credible professional.
• Ability to manage high-value projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage full technical sales process with customers.
• Travel to UK and overseas customer sites.
• Build strong customer relationships and partnerships.

Skills

Strong knowledge of air systems

Technical communication with engineers

Commercial mindset

Ability to read AutoCAD or 3D drawings

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Technical Sales Manager - Air Systems

Location

Based near Leicester (UK-wide & international travel)

Salary

£50,000-£70,000 + up to 25% company bonus

Benefits

Company car or allowance (BMW / Mercedes + personal use), Pension 3-5%, 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hours

Mon-Thu 8:30-5:00, Fri 8:30-3:30 (early finish)

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Sales Manager with strong knowledge of air systems to take full sales ownership of a high-value portfolio. Based in Leicester, this role offers a rare blend of technical challenge, autonomy and global exposure - with around 50% of business overseas and regular international travel (typically one week at a time), alongside UK site visits 2-3 days per week.

You will manage the full sales lifecycle from enquiry, technical discussions and design input through to quotation, negotiation and closing - personally generating £1.5m+ annual revenue.

This isn't a "sales chat" role. We want someone credible, technically strong and able to work consultatively with customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full technical sales process with UK and global customers
• Travel to customer sites in the UK and overseas (regular travel required)
• Take ownership for quotations, pricing and negotiations
• Build strong customer relationships and develop long-term business partnerships
• Work closely with internal engineering and project teams
• Deliver a personal sales revenue target of £1.5m+ annually

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong background in air systems / air handling / similar engineering environments
• Ability to understand technical solutions and communicate confidently with engineers and customers
• Experienced and credible - ideally replacing someone with long-standing industry knowledge
• Ability to read AutoCAD or 3D drawings (highly desirable)
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to manage high-value projects

The Team & Environment

• Established sales team of six
• Reporting to Managing Director
• Stable, successful business with global customer base

Package & Benefits

• £50,000-£70,000 base salary
• Up to 25% bonus based on company performance
• Company car or car allowance (premium hybrid options available)
• Monday to Friday role with early Friday finish

How to Apply

If you're a technically strong Technical Sales Manager with experience in air systems and want a challenging role with global scope, we'd love to hear from you.

Email Kathryn.van- for a confidential conversation