Technical Sales Manager - Mechanical Engineering

A for Appointments; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Health

On-site parking

Pension scheme

33 days holiday

Job summary

A for Appointments is seeking a Sales Manager to drive new business and manage key client relationships within the engineering sector from its Sheffield base. The role involves identifying leads, developing opportunities, and converting them into orders.

You will engage with customers to understand technical and commercial needs, prepare quotations, and maintain CRM records. A mechanical engineering background and a proven sales track record are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering, fabrication, machining or subcontract manufacturing.
• Proven track record of generating new business and developing existing accounts.
• Strong lead generation, prospecting and business development skills.
• Experience selling into industrial or engineering sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify new leads and target relevant companies and sectors.
• Develop qualified leads and convert prospects into active opportunities.
• Engage with prospective customers to understand their technical requirements, needs and commercial opportunities.
• Assist with the preparation of technical quotations and proposals.
• Secure enquiries and identify suitable contract opportunities.
• Follow up on submitted quotations and proposals.
• Negotiate and overcome objections to maximise conversion.
• Convert quotations and proposals into confirmed orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the CRM system to maximise sales opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships to generate repeat and additional business.
• Proactively account manage and develop existing clients.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and business growth within existing accounts.

Skills

Lead generation

Account management

Negotiation

Business development

Sales experience

Mechanical engineering background

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification

Tools

CRM

Job description

A for Appointments is seeking a Sales Manager to drive new business and manage key client relationships within the engineering sector from its Sheffield base. The role involves identifying leads, developing opportunities, and converting them into orders.

You will engage with customers to understand technical and commercial needs, prepare quotations, and maintain CRM records. A mechanical engineering background and a proven sales track record are highly desirable.