Sales Manager / Senior Sales Engineer - Packaging Machinery
UK - Field Based
Competitive Salary + Commission + Car Allowance + Benefits
I'm working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected packaging machinery manufacturer/integrator that is continuing to invest in growth across the UK market. As part of this expansion, they are looking to appoint an experienced packaging machinery sales professional with a proven track record in capital equipment sales.
This is a senior, consultative sales role, suited to someone who understands complex machinery sales cycles, technical solution selling, and long-term customer relationships.
The Role
Selling packaging machinery and automated solutions into food, FMCG, pharmaceutical, industrial, or related manufacturing sectors
Managing the full sales lifecycle: prospecting, technical consultation, proposal, negotiation, and close
Developing new business while growing existing key accounts
Working closely with engineering, applications, and project teams to deliver tailored solutions
Attending customer sites, exhibitions, and industry events
Providing accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting
What We're Looking For
Demonstrable experience selling packaging machinery or capital equipment
Background in horizontal or vertical packaging, end-of-line, robotics, automation, or related systems
Strong technical sales capability - able to sell value, not just price
Proven ability to manage long sales cycles and high-value projects
Commercially astute, self-motivated, and credible at all levels of a customer organisation
Comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience selling into food, beverage, pharma, or FMCG manufacturing
Knowledge of automation, robotics, or integrated packaging lines
Existing industry network
What's on Offer
Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission
Car allowance or company vehicle
Strong technical and commercial support
Long-term career progression within a stable, growing business
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