Technical Sales Manager

Sunbelt Rentals Limited; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of critical power solutions in the UK seeks a Technical Sales Manager to enhance the sales function by providing expert support. Candidates should have an electrical qualification and proven experience with CAD software. Responsibilities include preparing technical proposals, supporting the sales team, and creating CAD drawings for critical power applications. The role offers an industry-leading rewards package along with a commitment to diversity and employee well-being.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Employee recognition awards

Great company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales support or related customer-facing role.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems, distribution, and UPS.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality technical support to the sales team.
• Prepare comprehensive technical proposals and datasheets.
• Create and update CAD drawings for critical power applications.

Skills

Technical support

Customer-focused

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Electrical qualification (HND/HNC, BEng, NVQ Level 3/4)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for the very best talent to join us at this exciting time in our journey, as we continue to strengthen our market leader position by providing an even better customer experience. We have an exciting new role for a Technical Sales Manager covering the UK and Europe. We are a leading provider of critical power solutions, delivering reliable and resilient energy infrastructure to a diverse range of industries, including data centres, healthcare, telecommunications, and industrial facilities. We pride ourselves on innovative design, exceptional service standards, and technical excellence. The Technical Sales Support Manager – Critical Power will play a pivotal role in supporting our sales function by providing expert technical knowledge, preparing detailed proposals and CAD drawings, and acting as a key liaison between customers, sales teams, and internal engineering departments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality technical support to the sales team throughout the sales cycle.
• Analyse customer requirements and provide tailored critical power solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive technical proposals, datasheets, and product specifications.
• Respond to technical queries from customers and internal stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Create, review, and update CAD drawings, schematics, and system layouts for critical power applications.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and design teams to ensure accurate technical documentation.
• Ensure all deliverables meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• Build trusting relationships with clients, understanding their business and technical needs.
• Attend customer meetings, presentations, and site surveys as required.
• Support the sales team in technical negotiations and solution demonstrations.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, operations, and project management teams to align on customer requirements and delivery timelines.
• Track and report on sales support activities, opportunities, and technical issues.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve product offerings and sales processes.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification (e.g., HND/HNC, BEng, NVQ Level 3/4 in Electrical Engineering, equivalent).
• Proven experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks).
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems, distribution, UPS, generators, and related critical power infrastructure.
• Previous experience in technical sales support, sales engineering, or a related technical customer‑facing role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and produce detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent problem‑solving with a proactive approach to troubleshooting customer challenges.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Customer‑focused with a commercial mindset.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Benefits and Culture

We provide an industry‑leading flexible rewards package that includes generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance, a retail discount scheme, employee recognition awards, and a great company pension scheme. Other benefits may include a company car and private medical insurance, depending on the role. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team‑mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect. Your health, safety and wellbeing are really important to us – we offer initiatives such as a mental health awareness campaign and a first‑aider programme, and you can access a 24‑7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.