Sales Manager
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Location: UK - National Travel Required
Salary: £55,000-£65,000 basic (DOE) + bonus + company package
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Sales Manager to join a leading business operating within the metrology and precision measurement sector. This is a national role focused on driving new business growth, managing key accounts, and expanding presence across a range of engineering and manufacturing industries.
You will be working with high-value, technical solutions used in quality control, inspection, and precision engineering environments, engaging with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and manufacturing clients across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a national sales strategy to drive revenue growth within the metrology sector
* Identify, target, and win new business opportunities across manufacturing and engineering markets
* Manage and grow existing key accounts, ensuring long-term customer relationships
* Sell technical metrology solutions including measurement systems, inspection equipment, and related services
* Engage with quality, production, and engineering teams at client sites
* Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting through to negotiation and closure
* Attend client meetings, site visits, and industry exhibitions nationwide
* Work closely with internal technical and service teams to deliver tailored solutions
* Maintain accurate pipeline forecasting and CRM reporting
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Sales Manager / Business Development role within metrology or precision measurement (essential)
* Strong understanding of inspection, calibration, CMMs, or dimensional measurement systems
* Background in engineering, manufacturing, or technical sales environments
* Demonstrated success in winning new business and managing key accounts
* Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation skills
* Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally
What's on Offer
* Minimum £55,000 basic salary (higher DOE)
* Uncapped bonus structure
* Company car / car allowance
* Opportunity to join a growing technical engineering business
* National autonomy and ownership of your territory
* Long-term career progression within a specialist technical secto
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