Technical Sales Manager

Technical Sales Manager - Air Systems

Location:

Based near Leicester (UK-wide & international travel)
Salary: £50,000-£70,000 + up to 25% company bonus
Benefits:
Company car or allowance (BMW/Mercedes + personal use), Pension 3-5%, 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Hours:

Mon-Thu 8:30-5:00, Fri 8:30-3:30 (early finish)

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Sales Manager with strong knowledge of air systems to take full sales ownership of a high-value portfolio. Based in Leicester, this role offers a rare blend of technical challenge, autonomy and global exposure - with around 50% of business overseas and regular international travel (typically one week at a time), alongside UK site visits 2-3 days per week.

You will manage the full sales lifecycle from enquiry, technical discussions and design input through to quotation, negotiation and closing - personally generating £1.5m+ annual revenue.

This isn't a "sales chat" role. We want someone credible, technically strong and able to work consultatively with customers.

Key Responsibilities

Manage full technical sales process with UK and global customers

Travel to customer sites in the UK and overseas (regular travel required)

Take ownership for quotations, pricing and negotiations

Build strong customer relationships and develop long-term business partnerships

Work closely with internal engineering and project teams

Deliver a personal sales revenue target of £1.5m+ annually

Experience,

Skills & Qualifications

HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Strong background in air systems / air handling / similar engineering environments

Ability to understand technical solutions and communicate confidently with engineers and customers

Experienced and credible - ideally replacing someone with long-standing industry knowledge

Ability to read AutoCAD or 3D drawings (highly desirable)

Strong commercial mindset with the ability to manage high-value projects

The Team & Environment

Established sales team of six

Reporting to Managing Director

Stable, successful business with global customer base

Package & Benefits

£50,000-£70,000 base salary

Up to 25% bonus based on company performance

Company car or car allowance (premium hybrid options available)

Monday to Friday role with early Friday finish

How to Apply

If you're a technically strong Technical Sales Manager with experience in air systems and want a challenging role with global scope, we'd love to hear from you.

Email Kathryn.van- for a confidential conversation