Area Sales Manager - Food Processing Equipment
East of England (90 min commute to Norwich)
£50,000 - £55,000 + Commission + Car
A UK-based engineering business specialising in bespoke food processing and handling systems is looking to appoint an experienced Sales Manager.
The company designs and manufactures complete process solutions used across snack, protein, and prepared food production environments, including conveying, thermal processing, and distribution systems.
The Role
Develop new business across UK food manufacturers
Sell capital equipment and full processing lines
Manage projects from concept through to installation
Work closely with engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions
Build relationships with production, engineering, and operations stakeholders
Requirements
Proven sales experience within food processing equipment
Strong knowledge of:
Thermal processing (frying, drying, heating etc.)
Vibratory or horizontal conveying
Product handling / distribution systems
Experience selling bespoke or engineered solutions (not catalogue sales)
Comfortable with technical, consultative sales cyclesWR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
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