Job Description
Technical Area Sales Manager – MRO / Industrial Engineering National (WFH & Field-Based) | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company CarThis is an exciting opportunity to help UK industry benefit from technology which has not yet been widely adopted in the domestic market.SBL Services have secured exclusive distribution rights for a mechanical component brand which offers category leading performance. The primary purpose of this role will be to develop new business for this brand, whilst managing the brands existing customer base and ensuring they achieve maximum efficiency across all possible applications.This is a field-based role for someone who thrives in hands-on engineering environments, enjoys solving real operational problems, and who has a strong track record of developing both existing accounts and new business.About the Role This is not a desk-based sales role — it is a site-led, customer-facing position where you will be trusted to manage your own diary, create new opportunities and maintain customer relationships.Key ResponsibilitiesManage existing relationships across 30+ customer sites, monitoring performance and ensuring uninterrupted supplyConduct site visits, walk-throughs and technical reviewsIdentify and develop new business opportunities across heavy industryWork closely with engineers on-site while also engaging procurement stakeholders commerciallyGenerating leads through networking, Linked In, cold calls and quote follow ups About You We are looking for someone with strong experience in the MRO / industrial engineering / technical distribution sector, with:
High level understanding of Bearings, Linear Motion Technology and Lubrication.Ability to understand technical drawings and calculate performance requirements using factors such as Rotation Speed & Load.Experience specifying mechanical component upgrades within Heavy Industry.A background in bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission or MROProven success managing multi-site or multi-customer accountsConfidence working directly with engineers and operational teams on-site What Makes You SuccessfulYou understand engineering processes, not just productsYou can build trust quickly with shop-floor engineersYou are commercially ambitious but technically credibleYou are self-driven and comfortable managing your own workloadYou enjoy solving problems in fast-paced industrial environments Location This role can be carried out primarily on a Work from Home basis, but you will be required to regularly travel to customer sites across the UK, as well as occasional travel to our Swindon HQ for meetings. Must hold a valid driving license.PackageCompetitive salary (aligned to experience)Performance bonusCompany car or car allowanceLong-term development within a growing industrial business Why Join Us? This is a newly created role within a growing industrial services business.You will have real ownership over a project which will deliver a premium product line, delivering benefits to engineering teams across the country.You will be joining a team that values technical expertise, practical problem-solving, and long-term customer relationships.We operate in a fast-moving, engineering-led environment where decisions are made quickly, and customer impact is the priority.