Technical Sales Manager

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Thame; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Technical Sales Manager for their water business unit. The role involves driving sales of water treatment equipment, requiring strong technical knowledge and a proven track record in the UK water industry. The position offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Pension benefits

Family-friendly policies

Personal and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the UK Water Industry.
• Experience with base exchange, reverse osmosis, dosing equipment, and filtration solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation and engagement with potential customers.
• Attend site surveys to identify suitable water treatment equipment.
• Work closely with finance, sales, and operations teams on pricing.
• Prepare detailed sales reports and forecasts.
• Liaise with internal consultancy business for opportunities.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Technical knowledge of water treatment systems

Sales success track record

Proficiency in managing multiple tasks

Education

Science or engineering-based qualification

Tools

Water treatment equipment

Job description

Job Title

Technical Sales Manager

Salary

Up to £50,000 per annum + Uncapped Commission

Location

National

Contract Type

Full-time, Permanent

Please Note: Due to project timescales, sponsorship is not available for this role.

About the Opportunity

Vector Recruitment Solutions is partnering with our renowned global environmental compliance and water specialist client to recruit a highly technical and driven Technical Sales Manager for their Water Business Unit. This is a crucial role responsible for driving the sales of complex Water Treatment Equipment products and solutions across the UK.

This is a field‑based sales role with an expectation for working away nationally during the week for at least three days; the other two days will be spent either working from home or, if possible, within the office. You’ll be the technical authority in the field, engaging with high‑level consultancies, specifiers, M&E contractors, and water treatment service providers. If you have a proven track record in the water industry and a passion for selling highly technical engineering solutions, this is a superb career move with excellent commission potential.

What’s in it for you?

Our client offers a stable, supportive environment focused on professional growth and rewarding success:

• Highly Competitive salary package (up to £50,000) with a significant, uncapped commission structure.
• Car Allowance to support field travel.
• Excellent benefits, including pension, a benefits app, and family‑friendly policies.
• Real opportunities for personal and professional development within a major organisation.

Key Responsibilities (Technical & Commercial)

• Lead generation and direct engagement with potential and existing customers (Consultancies, M&E, Water Service Providers) to identify technical equipment requirements.
• Technical Authority: Attend site surveys, identify suitable water treatment equipment (e.g., base exchange, reverse osmosis, dosing equipment, and filtration), and develop bespoke installation solutions.
• Commercial Strategy: Work closely with internal finance, sales, and operations teams to align on pricing, margin goals, and sales forecasts.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed weekly and monthly sales reports, forecasts, and presentations for the Commercial Director.
• Collaboration: Liaise with the internal water consultancy business to highlight and capture prospective opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with deep, practical technical knowledge of water treatment systems.

Essential Competencies

• Proven Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the UK Water Industry.
• Technical Expertise: Strong technical knowledge and hands‑on experience selecting and selling base exchange, reverse osmosis, dosing equipment, and filtration solutions.
• Sales Success: A demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Drive & Accuracy: Highly self‑motivated, accurate, professional, and proficient in managing multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications & Training

• Ideally, a science or engineering‑based qualification is preferred, though relevant industry experience is highly valued.
• Must be willing to undertake required internal Health & Safety and HR training modules.

Apply Today – please apply or call 07441 449303 for more information.