Technical Sales Manager

Reevr; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company based near Rugby is seeking an experienced Proposals or Estimating Manager. In this role, you will lead proposal and cost estimation processes for bespoke equipment, manage aftermarket operations, and support business strategy. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in proposal management, a background in engineering, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, continuous training, and a supportive culture focused on sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continuous training and career development

Volunteering leave

Employee wellbeing programmes

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in proposal management or cost estimation.
• Background in engineering or special purpose machinery.
• Excellent communication and team coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal and cost estimation processes for equipment sales.
• Manage technical and commercial proposal documents.
• Oversee spares and aftermarket support operations.

Skills

Proposal management

Cost estimation

Commercial awareness

Technical drawing interpretation

Leadership

Job description

Our client is a global engineering and industrial solutions business supporting manufacturers across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, metals, and sustainable technologies. With operations in over 40 countries, the company helps its customers adapt to emerging trends including electrification, digital transformation (Industry 4.0), and sustainable production.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business at the forefront of innovation, where engineering and technology meet to create smarter, more efficient production environments.

The Role

Based near Rugby, this key position will see you lead proposals and estimating activities for bespoke capital equipment and engineering projects, as well as manage all spares and aftermarket business operations.

Working closely with global sales and engineering teams, you’ll play an integral role in shaping customer solutions, supporting growth, and contributing to the overall business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead proposal and cost estimation processes for bespoke equipment and service sales.

• Develop and manage detailed technical and commercial proposal documents.

• Oversee spares and service operations to ensure efficient aftermarket support.

• Manage costing records, order entry, pricing tools, and catalogue data.

• Liaise with suppliers, sales teams, and customers to ensure pricing and contractual compliance.

• Contribute to business strategy, operational goals, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support the development of standardised tools, templates, and documentation for proposals and cost estimation.

About You

• Proven experience in proposal management, cost estimation, or commercial engineering.

• Background in engineering, special purpose machinery, process equipment, or a related technical industry.

• Comfortable interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.

• Excellent communicator, confident working across global teams and matrix structures.

• Strong commercial awareness, with a focus on profitability, process improvement, and customer satisfaction.

• Leadership experience managing small teams and coordinating multi-departmental inputs.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary

• Continuous training and career development via in-house learning platforms

• Volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you

• Access to employee wellbeing and inclusion programmes

• 25 days holiday Public Holidays

• Collaborative, innovative, and supportive culture focused on sustainability and performance

If you’re an experienced Proposals or Estimating Manager looking to take the next step in a global, forward-thinking engineering business – this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.

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