Technical Sales Executive Global Manufacturing
Office Location: Aldershot extensive international travel
Travel: Up to 75% global travel
Sector: Manufacturing
Technical Sales Executive - The Opportunity
We are seeking a Technical Sales Executive to join an established manufacturing business, supporting customers across international markets. This is a highly customer-facing role, combining strong engineering understanding with consultative sales, solution design, and long-term relationship building.
The role will involve significant global travel (up to 75%), meeting customers on-site to understand complex technical requirements, provide tailored solutions, and support projects from initial enquiry through to delivery.
Technical Sales Executive - Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage customer relationships across international territories
Act as the technical point of contact for customers, providing advice and product solutions
Identify customer needs and translate them into viable technical and commercial proposals
Support project development from quotation through to order and handover
Collaborate closely with internal engineering, production, and operations teams
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to support business growth
Represent the company at customer sites, exhibitions, and international trade events
Technical Sales Executive - About You
Passionate and driven individual with a background in Business Development and Key Account Management from any industry.
Previous manufacturing experience is not essential
Ability and willingness to learn the business processes and products, with a longer-term ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to customers
Comfortable with extensive international travel (up to 75%)
Commercially astute with experience in quotation, pricing, and negotiation
Confident, professional, and customer-focused with excellent communication skills
Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently while travelling
Technical Sales Executive - Whats On Offer
Competitive salary with company performance-related bonus
Comprehensive travel expenses package
A substantial period of onboarding and learning, alongside ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to work with an innovative manufacturing business operating globally
High level of autonomy and exposure to international customers and projects
Future career progression opportunities