We are working with a technically driven industrial solutions manufacturer that forms part of a well-established international engineering group, supplying critical components and systems into production environments worldwide.
The UK operation supports manufacturers operating continuous and semi-continuous processes, where reliability, efficiency, hygiene and uptime are mission-critical. The business specialises in engineered solutions that integrate into customers’ production lines, conveying systems and processing equipment, working closely with site engineers to optimise performance and reduce downtime.
What differentiates this organisation is its depth of technical capability and application knowledge. Solutions are selected, specified and configured based on operating conditions, duty cycles, environments and process requirements — not sold off the shelf. Sales professionals are supported by strong internal engineering, product management and customer support teams, allowing them to sell credibly into complex manufacturing environments.
The company has a strong reputation across UK manufacturing for quality, longevity and problem-solving, with long-standing customer relationships and a consultative, specification-led sales approach.
Key Industries Covered
• Packaging and converting
• Paper, board and pulp
• Wood-based panels and timber processing
• Gypsum, building materials and construction products
• Recycling and waste processing
• General manufacturing and industrial processing
The Role – Key Responsibilities
* Develop new business opportunities with manufacturing end users across the North West
* Sell engineered, application-led solutions into production, maintenance and engineering teams
* Conduct site visits to understand process flows, operating conditions and technical challenges
* Work closely with customers to specify solutions that improve efficiency, reliability and uptime
* Manage and grow a portfolio of existing manufacturing accounts while maintaining a strong new-business focus
* Engage with multiple stakeholders including engineers, maintenance managers, production managers and procurement
* Collaborate with internal technical, engineering and customer support teams to deliver solutions
* Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to proposal, negotiation and close
* Maintain accurate CRM activity, pipeline management and sales forecasting
What They’re Looking For
* Proven experience in field-based B2B sales within manufacturing or industrial environments
* Background selling engineered products, systems or technical solutions
* Strong new business development capability with a hunter mentality
* Technically curious with the ability to understand applications and production processes
* Comfortable operating on customer sites and discussing technical requirements
* Commercially astute, organised and self-motivated
* Relationship-focused with credibility at all levels of a manufacturing business
This is a full time position covering the Northwest.
To be considered please send me through updated copy of your cv for immediate consideration