Water Key Account Manager - North West

Sulzer; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Manchester is seeking an experienced Water Key Account Manager to drive sales and aftermarket activities. You will strengthen relationships with key accounts, providing technical guidance and securing business growth in the North West region. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in sales, strong technical understanding of pumping solutions, and excellent relationship-building skills. The role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or car allowance

Private medical cover

33 days annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and aftermarket environments.
• Strong technical understanding specifically in pumps and rotating equipment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage own diary.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and aftermarket service opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers.
• Promote products and service capabilities to maximize revenue.

Skills

Sales expertise in pumps

Relationship-building

Technical understanding of pumping solutions

Job description

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Water Key Account Manager - North West-Full Time-Manchester,United Kingdom

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Sulzer Water & Industry is a trusted partner to the water sector, delivering innovative pumping solutions and aftermarket services that keep vital infrastructure running efficiently. With a century-long tradition of excellence in pumps, agitators, compressors, and critical rotating equipment, we provide tailored support to ensure performance, reliability, and sustainability.

We are looking for a technically skilled and commercially driven Account Manager to lead sales and aftermarket activities within the North West region, strengthening relationships with key accounts and driving business growth.

Main tasks and responsibilities :

Drive sales and aftermarket service opportunities within your designated accounts

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders

Promote Sulzer’s products, solutions, and service capabilities to maximise revenue and market share

Provide technical guidance on pumps and rotating equipment, delivering solutions that meet customer needs

Manage the sales pipeline from opportunity identification to contract completion

Your profile :

Proven track record in sales and aftermarket environments within pumps, rotating equipment, or related engineering sectors

Strong technical understanding of pumping solutions and applications in the water sector

Excellent relationship-building and networking skills

Commercially astute with a results-focused mindset

Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage your own diary

What we offer you :

Competitive basic salary

Car or car allowance – EV options available

Annual Bonus Scheme

• Private Medical cover

33 days annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Confidential Employee Assistance Programmes

Wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts

Costco membership option

Discounted personal car leasing

Long Service Awards

Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways

Home working flexibility, with full diary management

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at Our team is looking forward hearing from you!

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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