Job Description
Join a true global leader in industrial engineering.\n\nConsulo are seeking a senior commercial leadership role with a business at the forefront of power transmission, motion control, and automation systems. Operating across more than 80 countries, this manufacturer has built a century-long reputation for engineering excellence, technical innovation, and best-in-class product reliability.\n\nTheir portfolio includes advanced chain technologies, cable carrier systems, mechanical drive components, and motion automation products—used by OEMs, End Users, and Distributors across sectors such as automotive, food & beverage, energy, packaging, intralogistics, and process industries.\n\n🔧 The Role: External Sales Manager\n\nWe’re looking for a proven commercial leader to take charge of a national external sales team covering the UK, Ireland, and Iceland.\n\nIn this role, you will:\n\n * \n\n Lead, coach, and drive the performance of Area Sales Managers\n\n * \n\n Take commercial ownership of sales strategy across two product divisions:\n ▪ Power Transmission Components (chains, sprockets, couplings)\n ▪ Cable & Hose Carrier Systems for dynamic industrial environments\n\n * \n\n Manage and grow key customer accounts across OEMs, End Users, and Distribution\n\n * \n\n Shape regional sales plans and performance KPIs with direct links to European leadership\n\n * \n\n Identify and develop new business opportunities in growth sectors\n\n * \n\n Leverage internal engineering and product specialists to support complex solutions\n\nThis is a high-impact, high-visibility role ideal for someone who wants to shape the future of a market-leading business.\n\n✅ The Ideal Candidate\n\n * \n\n Proven experience leading technical or industrial sales teams\n\n * \n\n Commercial expertise in Power Transmission, Bearings, Motion Control or Automation\n\n * \n\n HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline\n\n * \n\n Hands-on experience managing large territories and key accounts\n\n * \n\n Confident communicator with a track record of delivering growth\n\n * \n\n Comfortable blending strategic planning with hands-on team leadership\n\n🌟 Why Apply?\n\n * \n\n Join a global leader that defines the standard in motion technology\n\n * \n\n Enjoy autonomy, trust, and the opportunity to shape UK & Ireland sales performance\n\n * \n\n Work with a world-class product range that opens doors across multiple industries\n\n * \n\n Be backed by strong investment in R&D, innovation, and digitalisation\n\n * \n\n Genuine long-term career prospects within a growing international business\n\n#ExternalSalesManager #PowerTransmission #IndustrialAutomation #MotionControl #CableManagement #TechnicalSalesJobs #OEMSales #EngineeringSales #FieldSalesUK #LeadershipRoles\n\nIf you're a commercially driven leader with a passion for industrial engineering—this is your next move.\n\nApply now or contact Consulo First in confidence to find out more