Sales Manager – Commercial & Defence Reports to: Sales Director – Commercial & Defence Location: Office based in Hailsham, East Sussex (with UK and international travel as required -25% to 50%) Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40k - £50k Bonus: £6k p.a. paid quarterly upon target achievement Key Responsibilities Sales Execution & Market Development * Contribute to and implement sales plans in line with company objectives. * Identify and follow up on new business opportunities in domestic and international markets. * Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to support product positioning and development. Account Management & Customer Engagement * Manage and grow relationships with key accounts, distributors, and partners. * Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events * Engage with customers in person with planned site visits * Ensure high standards of customer service and responsiveness. Collaboration & Sales Support * Oversee and/or prepare quotations, tenders, and commercial proposals. * Work closely with internal teams (Customer Service, Technical, Production, and Marketing) to ensure smooth order fulfilment and customer satisfaction. * Maintain accurate CRM records and contribute to regular sales reporting. Skills & Experience Essential: * Demonstrable success in B2B sales within manufacturing...