Wide Defence BD Manager – Hydraulic Systems

UK Sales Manager – Defence Sector

Location:

UK-wide

Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 + bonus + company car + benefits

Type:
Full-time, Permanent

We are working on behalf of a market‑leading UK engineering and distribution group specialising in fluid control and power solutions. With £112M+ annual turnover, 600 employees, and a national network of engineering centres, the business delivers high‑performance hydraulic and pneumatic systems to major industries across the UK.

The company combines distribution scale with bespoke engineering capability, designing and manufacturing systems such as:

• Hydraulic power packs & cylinders
• High‑pressure and filtration systems
• Valve assemblies & pipework
• Compressor and lubrication systems

With a strong footprint across aerospace, defence, manufacturing and infrastructure projects (including high‑profile UK installations), the business is now investing in significant growth within the Defence sector.

• Drive new business development targeting Tier 1 & Tier 2 defence contractors (e.g. prime contractors and supply chain partners)
• Build relationships across procurement, engineering and technical stakeholders
• Win and manage projects involving hydraulic systems and components
• Develop a pipeline across Land, Sea and Air defence programmes
• Position the business as a key supply‑chain partner for both components and engineered solutions
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions

This is a true "build" role – you will have autonomy and the opportunity to create a strong presence in a rapidly growing sector.

• Join a fast‑growing engineering group targeting £125M turnover
• Huge opportunity in a high‑growth UK defence market
• Ability to shape and own a new vertical within the business
• Work with industry‑leading manufacturers and technologies
• Strong internal engineering support and national infrastructure

• Proven experience in technical sales or business development within engineering
• Strong track record selling into the Defence sector (essential)
• Experience selling systems, components or engineered solutions
• Ability to develop new business from scratch
• Confidence engaging with senior technical and procurement stakeholders
• Self‑motivation, commercial awareness and strong relationship‑building skills

• Basic salary: £55,000 – £75,000
• Group bonus scheme
• Company car (fully expensed)
• Pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Long‑term career growth within a scaling organisation