INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.
Sales Executive
Plastic Moulding, Finishing and Assembly
Job ref: AZ/64034
Reporting to: Head of Sales
Location: Remote
Salary: depending on experience + company car
Are you an experienced sales / marketing person, with a strong technical mindset and a background in manufacturing or a technically biased wanting to move into a sales position?
We’re looking for a self-motivated, technically-minded sales person to drive growth for a long-established engineering services and manufacturing company. If you’ve sold technical solutions or industrial manufacturing services into OEMs or Tier-1 customers, this is your chance to join a business that combines deep engineering expertise with advanced production capabilities across injection moulding, paint, and assembly.
This is a strategic role focused on identifying, engaging, and securing new business opportunities. You’ll operate with autonomy, supported by a responsive internal team, and be empowered to shape customer relationships and influence the company’s future sales direction. If required, training and development will be offered.
About the Company:
With over 45 years of technical manufacturing excellence, this business is a respected supplier of plastic components and engineered assemblies to OEMs in key sectors including agriculture, automotive, off-road, construction, and medical. Their vertically integrated capabilities span thermoset and thermoplastic injection moulding, post-mould painting & finishing, and final assembly. A business trusted for its commitment to quality, flexibility, and long-term customer partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify and secure new business opportunities within target sectors through strategic prospecting, networking, and market intelligence.
* Sell engineering-led manufacturing services, leveraging technical capabilities to solve customer challenges.
* Build and nurture long-term relationships with engineering, procurement, and operational stakeholders at OEM and Tier-1 level.
* Understand customer technical requirements and align them with the in-house production capabilities (tooling, moulding, painting, assembly).
* Prepare and deliver tailored, costed proposals in collaboration with the technical and commercial teams.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records using CRM tools, including visit reporting, opportunity tracking, and forecasting.
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project onboarding and customer satisfaction.
* Support marketing initiatives and contribute to sales strategy development.
What’s on Offer:
* A high-impact, strategic sales role within a stable, growing engineering business
* Opportunity to make a real difference in a company with advanced manufacturing capabilities and strong industry reputation
* Competitive salary
* Company car, laptop, phone
* Training and development opportunities
* Supportive team culture with shared focus on success and innovation
For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.
For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.
To apply please contact Andy Zanin
andy.zanin@listgrove.com
01789 207070
Why select Listgrove?
* Five Decades of Market Intelligence
* Unrivalled Industry Networks
* Recognised International brand
* HR Qualified Professionals
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