The Company: Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers. Ryobis vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements. The role: Responsibility for the day to day and strategic management of the Sales Department. Manage the customer aspects of all current business and continuously pursue additional business in the automotive market to secure expansion of RAC (UK) Understand all processes of trading, including manufacturing, transportation, and accounting. Develop and maintain sales and marketing strategy Co-ordinate all RFQ activities Essential Criteria: Educated to degree level Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel Mechanical Engineering Background Previous supervisory experience Previous experience in automotive industry Experience of Account Management in a technical environment Knowledge of French and/or German language Able to lead and motivate a team Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent presentation and negotiation skills Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills Planning and organising skills Results focus Customer focus Understand and apply commercial and financial principles to improve performance Flexibility to travel on as needed to Ryobi Sales and customer sites Shortlisting 11th September 2025 Interviews Week commencing 15th September 2025 Company Benefits: Competitive salary Private Medical Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer A health cash plan Discount scheme Life assurance Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme Employee assistance programme Free car parking Learning and Development opportunities and support Service awards