Technical Sales Manager

Expert Employment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials testing company in the UK is seeking a Technical Sales Manager to nurture key accounts and drive growth. The role involves managing contract renewals, upselling services, and identifying new business opportunities. Strong technical sales and account management experience is essential, along with excellent communication skills. The position requires up to 60% travel.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in technical sales or account management.
• Proven track record of selling profitable service products.
• Strong business development and financial understanding.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow trusting relationships with key accounts.
• Manage large accounts and contract renewals, including upselling services.
• Coordinate account reviews and ensure proposals are accurate and timely.
• Identify new business opportunities and recover past customers.
• Collaborate with sales teams to implement local and global business strategies.

Skills

Technical sales and contract negotiation skills

Account management

Communication skills in English

Customer-focused and organized

Team player

Job description

Overview

A world-class provider of materials testing technologies is looking for a Technical Sales Manager to nurture existing accounts and drive sustainable growth. You will work closely with the service and customer experience teams to maintain strong client relationships, identify business opportunities, and deliver exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow trusting relationships with key accounts.
• Manage large accounts and contract renewals, including upselling services.
• Coordinate account reviews and ensure proposals are accurate and timely.
• Identify new business opportunities and recover past customers.
• Collaborate with sales teams to implement local and global business strategies.
• Maintain accurate business management systems and contribute to process improvements.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical sales and contract negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage key accounts and build long-term relationships.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Customer-focused, proactive, and organized.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant experience in technical sales or account management.
• Proven track record of selling profitable service products.
• Strong business development and financial understanding.
• Full UK driving license.

Additional Info

• Office and field-based role (up to 60% travel).
• Performance measured through KPIs such as customer satisfaction, contract renewals, and service delivery metrics.