Sales Manager Industrial Engineered Metal Products

Job Title:

Sales Manager Industrial Engineered Metal Products

Location:

Northwest  ,   proximity to Lancashire is preferred, as attendance at the office is   required   12 times per week.
Salary:
Circa   £65,000  , depending on experience
About Bryden Precision Engineering
Bryden Precision Engineering (BPE) is a leading precision engineering and manufacturing company, delivering high-quality machined components and engineered solutions to customers   operating   in demanding industrial sectors.
As part of our continued growth strategy, we are investing in our commercial team and are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive business development within the Industrial Power market. This is a pivotal role focused on securing new business with Tier 1 contractors,   OEMs   and major industrial organisations, helping to expand BPE's presence across the UK and international markets.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Sales Manager / Account Manager with a strong   track record   in   selling industrial   engineered/produced products  including machined parts, assembled systems, or non-ferrous components  into   complex, regulated   industries such as rail, power generation, aerospace, defence, and heavy industry.
The role focuses on developing new opportunities and growing existing smaller accounts,   ultimately managing   and expanding a core   portfolio of 1015 high-value industrial clients.
Youll   be expected to develop long-term, trust-based relationships and generate sales in the   £100,000s per contract, with a personal annual target in the £2M+ range.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in technical consultative sales, understands the complexity of industrial supply chains,   and is comfortable being regularly on-site with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and manage a portfolio of 1015 key industrial accounts with significant spend potential

Win new business and grow smaller, underdeveloped accounts into major revenue streams

Sell into industries such as rail, power, defence, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing

Engage customers at all levels  from engineering to procurement to board-level decision-makers

Conduct regular client site visits to build relationships and   identify   opportunities

Work closely with internal technical, engineering, and operations teams to create bespoke solutions

Manage full sales cycle: lead generation, technical consultation, proposals, negotiation, and closing

Prepare   accurate   sales forecasts, pipelines, and monthly/quarterly performance reports

Requirements:
Minimum 5 years experience in B2B sales of engineered/machined/assembled industrial products, ideally into sectors such as:
Rail infrastructure or rolling stock

Power generation or energy distribution (non-ferrous components)

Aerospace or defence (assembled or precision-engineered parts)

Heavy industry, OEMs, or high-spec subcontract manufacturing

Demonstrable experience handling contracts worth £100,000+

Proven ability to deliver £2M+ annual sales revenue, either directly or as part of a team

Excellent client relationship and account development skills

Technically literate with the ability to understand and communicate engineering principles

Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

Willing and able to travel regularly for client visits (primarily UK-based)

Degree not essential  hands-on experience and results are what matter most

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary up to £  65  ,000, DOE

Performance-based commission/bonus scheme

Company benefits package (pension, holidays, expenses)

Flexible working with field/client focuses and 12 days per week in HQ

Direct influence over strategic key accounts with significant revenue potential

Supportive, growing business with   a strong reputation   in industrial engineering and manufacturing

How to Apply:

If   youre   a results-driven sales professional with deep experience in industrial, engineered, or machined products  and   youre   used to   working on £100k+ contracts and multi-million-pound annual targets    wed   love to hear from you