A leading Engineering firm who are part of a multi million pound Engineering group are looking for a Sales Manager to join their business in Telford. Reporting into the General Manager; the business are looking for a working Sales Manager who will cover Shropshire, North Wales & Areas of Cheshire. In addition you will be mentoring and developing a small internal Sales Team. The right candidate will have a strong background in Heavy Industry, Metals, Metal based Manufacturing (fabrications, Pressings, Sheet Metal, Coatings) This role will currently 60/40 in favour of New Business development but you will still need to be able to protect and account manage existing customers. A hunter mentality would definitely be favoured for this role. Role: Sales Manager Salary: up to £50k per annum based on experience bonuses car allowance/company car benefits Location: Telford Responsibilities of the Sales Manager:- Leading & developing a sales team Strategic Planning, forecasting & pricing all major work Setting the commercial strategy for the Sales team Driving and improving the ongoing Sales targets Demonstrating strong abilities in Business Development & Account Management Sign off on all large contract pricing structures Collaborating with other divisions of the business Completion of divisional sales and production reportsRequirements of the Sales Manager:- Experience of a successful Sales career with a proven track record of reaching targets. Proven background of leading a sales team Ideally experience in Heavy Engineering, Metals, Pressings, Fabrications processes Balance of hunter/gatherer Sales experience This is a great opportunity for a Sales Manager with a business who have a strong order book, strong infrastructure in place & the potential for your role to develop further with a strong progression plan in place. There is a good salary and with good benefits and bonuses and a supportive team. Apply on-line or call Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential discussion (url removed) Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers for the automotive, aerospace, electrical / electronic technology, energy, engineering and manufacturing, with a portfolio of services including advertising search, permanent and contract recruitment services