Technical Sales Manager

Michael Page (UK); Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer of composite materials is seeking a strong sales professional to drive growth within the UK market. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, exceed sales goals, and collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions. Candidates should demonstrate a solid track record in B2B sales, particularly in technical environments, and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in composites, industrial manufacturing, or technical B2B sales.
• Strong sales track record in a manufacturing context.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer relationships aligned with company strategies.
• Drive sales revenue by engaging existing and prospective clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams for tailored customer solutions.

Skills

Sales drive

Customer focus

Technical aptitude

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Global manufacturer of composite materials seeking a strong sales professional
• Join one of the market leading suppliers with a strong reputation!

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in advanced composite materials and process solutions, serving the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, marine, and industrial markets. With a strong UK presence, their solutions provide high-performance materials and consumables that support manufacturers in achieving precision, quality, and efficiency in composite production.

The UK division plays a key role in the company's international growth strategy. Backed by world-class manufacturing and technical expertise, they deliver tailored solutions, exceptional service, and trusted partnerships to customers across a wide range of industries.

At the heart of our operation is a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence - principles that drive both our customer relationships and internal culture. Our client is now seeking high-calibre individuals to join its expanding team and contribute and contribute to the next step for the business!

Job Description

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  Manage all aspects of customer relationships in alignment with company values and strategic goals.
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  Drive sales revenue by cultivating relationships with both existing and prospective clients in the UK.
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  Meet or exceed territory sales goals, gross profit margin targets, and other key metrics.
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  Develop and execute targeted action plans to engage new leads and strengthen account coverage.
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  Monitor customer satisfaction, inventory demand, and cross-sell opportunities.
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  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to communicate key business insights (e.g., pricing, competition, product quality).
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  Share market intelligence and field feedback with product and support teams.
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  Work closely with technical sales colleagues to deliver tailored customer solutions.
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  Identify and convert competitive accounts and expand product usage within current customer base.
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  Manage territory efficiently, optimising resources and travel to maximise return on investment.

The Successful Applicant

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  Previous experience in composites, industrial manufacturing, or technical B2B sales in a manufacturing environment is required
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  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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  Strong sales drive with a history of meeting/exceeding revenue and margin goals.
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  Solid technical aptitude and a willingness to master new products and processes.
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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer focus.
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  Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time.

What's on Offer

Competitive package depending on experience