Sales Manager

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Senior is a FTSE listed (symbol SNR) international manufacturing Group with 20 operations in 10 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment manufacturers in the worldwide aerospace, defence, land vehicle and power & energy markets.

We have a long history of well-respected brands and an excellent reputation in our key market sectors. Senior delivers value to its customers and shareholders via operational excellence that is underpinned by its people and processes.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it ...

Lymington Precision Engineers (LPE) is a Senior Flexonics Group company, and is a leading manufacturer of precision machined components, assemblies and kit sets for the Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, Aerospace and Defence, Land and Sea Systems, Nuclear and Marine industries and emerging markets.

We pride ourselves on our ability to manufacture extremely complicated components and assemblies utilising state of the art equipment and facilities.

We are an AS/EN 9100, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified company and offer a fully engineered solution, from design concept through to high volume manufacture, to supply a range of world class products to our customers.

We evaluate every part of our customers' requirements which enables us to provide a truly bespoke high-quality solution that delivers real value.

This role is focused on winning new customers, developing long-term relationships, and building a robust, measurable sales pipeline. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities, converting enquiries into orders, and providing regular, structured reporting on sales activity, opportunities, and forecasted revenue.

• Identify, target, and secure new customers within oil & gas, defence, nuclear, and other precision engineering markets
• Proactively generate new sales opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and market research
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through quotation, negotiation, and order placement
• Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure customer requirements are clearly understood and deliverable

• Develop strong, long‑term relationships with customers, buyers, and key decision‑makers
• Act as a technical and commercial point of contact for customers
• Maintain regular contact with existing customers to identify repeat and new business opportunities

• Build, maintain, and grow a structured sales pipeline covering leads, opportunities, and live quotations
• Regularly report on:
• New leads generated
• Opportunities by value and stage
• Likelihood of conversion and forecasted revenue

• Identify new industries, applications, and routes to market for Lymington Precision Engineers' capabilities
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to inform sales strategy

Proven experience in B2B sales or business development within engineering, manufacturing, or technical environments

Experience generating new business rather than solely managing existing accounts

Strong understanding of selling into regulated or quality‑critical industries (e.g. oil & gas, defence, nuclear, aerospace)

Ability to build and manage a sales pipeline with clear reporting and forecasting

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills

Commercially astute with a results‑driven mindset

Background in precision engineering, CNC machining, or subcontract manufacturing

Computer literate; working knowledge of Microsoft office programs

Self‑motivated and proactive

Comfortable working…