If you are an experienced B2B sales professional who enjoys winning new business, developing customer relationships and selling technical solutions, this could be a great opportunity to take ownership of a South UK territory.

We are looking for an Area Sales Manager to cover the South of England, from Northampton downwards. This is a field based role where you will be responsible for growing sales across a strong industrial customer base, developing existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities.

You will need to come from a capital equipment, systems or technical solutions sales environment. This could be experience selling industrial equipment, machinery, engineering systems, production equipment, automation or other project based solutions into manufacturing businesses.

The role is approximately 60% new business development and 40% account management, so you will need to be comfortable proactively identifying opportunities as well as building long term relationships with existing customers.

What you will be doing

You will take ownership of the South UK territory, working with manufacturing and industrial customers to understand their processes, identify challenges and recommend the right technical solution.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing new business across the South UK

• Managing and growing existing customer accounts

• Responding to and converting inbound sales enquiries

• Identifying new applications, markets and target customers

• Carrying out customer site visits and surveys

• Understanding manufacturing processes and customer requirements

• Developing technically appropriate solutions and commercial proposals

• Managing sales opportunities from initial enquiry through to project handover

• Maintaining an accurate CRM sales pipeline and providing reliable forecasts

• Working closely with Engineering, Projects and Service teams to ensure successful project delivery

• Monitoring competitors and identifying new market opportunities

• Attending exhibitions and industry events

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in industrial B2B sales, ideally within a capital equipment, machinery, systems or technical solutions environment.

You will ideally have experience of:

• Selling capital equipment or engineered systems

• Working with manufacturing or industrial customers

• Managing technical sales projects

• Winning new business and developing existing accounts

• Conducting customer site visits and understanding operational requirements

• Working towards sales and gross margin targets

• Managing a sales pipeline and forecasting accurately

What is important is that you are commercially driven, technically minded and confident selling a solution rather than simply a product.

You will be comfortable having conversations with manufacturing businesses, asking the right questions and understanding how their processes work before recommending a solution.

The person

You will be a self motivated and organised sales professional who enjoys working autonomously and taking ownership of a territory.

You will have excellent communication skills and be confident building relationships with customers at different levels. You will also need to be collaborative, working closely with internal Engineering, Projects and Service teams to make sure customers receive the right solution and a smooth project handover.

A positive attitude, strong customer focus and willingness to continually learn are important. You will represent the business in front of customers, so professionalism and attention to detail are essential.

What you can expect

• Salary up to £60k per annum

• Bonus 

• Company Car or car allowance 

• Early Friday finish 

• Tailored Personal Development Plan

• Enhanced pension support when you contribute above the minimum

• Additional holiday purchase scheme

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

This is a great opportunity for an Area Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Technical Sales Manager or Business Development Manager with capital equipment or systems sales experience to take ownership of a key South UK territory and play a major role in its continued growth.

If you have experience selling technical solutions into manufacturing and enjoy a role that combines new business development, account management, consultative sales and technical project sales, we would be keen to hear from you.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Area Sales Manager – Capital Equipment

Our client is a firmly established and privately owned manufacturer and supplier of waste and truck chassis equipment. To support their continued growth in the Central / North England and Scottish territories, they are seeking a home-based Area Sales Manager to continue the successful management of existing customers and develop new relationships.

This role requires a self-motivated individual who is confident working independently and thrives in a field-based environment. Candidates with exposure of supplying capital/hydraulic equipment into the waste sector is of prime interest; examples could include skips, containers, shredders, skip loaders, excavators, compactors etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sell capital equipment solutions to customers within the waste industry, recycling sector, and established truck dealer networks.
• Conduct high volumes of cold calls and site visits in all weather conditions to generate new leads and secure sales. Manage a proactive sales territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, dealers, and industry partners.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and demonstrations to negotiation and closing.
• Maintain a disciplined approach to territory management, reporting, and follow-up activities.
• Work independently to meet and exceed sales targets while representing the company with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements:

• Proven experience selling capital equipment or similar high-value products.
• Strong understanding of the waste industry and/or truck dealer network.
• Comfortable with extensive cold calling and regular fieldwork outdoors.
• Highly disciplined, organised, and self-motivated.
• Ability to work effectively alone with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

In general, the sales activity is targeted on territory growth. Reporting to the National Sales Manager, you will need to be self-sufficient and not require micro management. Ideally based along the M62 corridor or the NE of England, this position comes with a strong basic salary, car/car allowance and an uncapped commission structure.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Are you an experienced sales professional who enjoys working through complex sales cycles and developing new international business?

This is a newly created opportunity to join a highly advanced engineering business and play a key role in developing its international growth across the marine, defence and industrial markets.

The role will initially focus on Europe and North America, with extensive international travel of 50%+. You will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, building relationships with key customers and helping develop a strong international sales pipeline.

This is a new role, giving you the opportunity to build something from the ground up and develop a long term career as the business continues to grow.

A genuine interest in yachts, boating and the wider marine industry is essential. You do not necessarily need previous marine experience, but you must have a real interest in the sector and be excited by the opportunity to work with advanced marine technology and energy storage systems.

The role

Working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager, you will have responsibility for developing new business opportunities while also supporting existing customer relationships.

You will be involved across the full sales cycle, from identifying and qualifying prospects through to proposals, commercial discussions and deal progression.

This is a hands on role where you will have significant visibility across the business and the opportunity to influence how the international sales strategy develops.

What you will be doing

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across marine, defence and industrial markets

• Build and manage an international sales pipeline across Europe and North America

• Research target markets, customers and potential applications

• Develop relationships with prospective customers through telephone, email, networking, events and industry contacts

• Manage opportunities through a complex sales cycle, from initial engagement through to proposal and deal progression

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers

• Attend international trade shows, exhibitions, customer meetings and industry events

• Travel internationally on a regular basis, with 50%+ travel expected

• Work closely with technical teams to understand customer requirements and identify commercial opportunities

• Develop an understanding of advanced energy storage, electrification and power system technologies

• Prepare proposals, presentations and commercial materials

• Maintain accurate sales activity and opportunity information through CRM systems

• Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to help shape future commercial strategy

What are we looking for?

You MUST have experience working within a complex sales cycle.

This is a key requirement for the role. We are looking for someone who understands how to develop opportunities over time, build relationships with multiple stakeholders and navigate technical and commercial buying processes.

You could currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Technical Sales Engineer, Account Manager, Sales Engineer, Commercial Manager or Key Account Manager.

Your background could be within marine, defence, aerospace, automotive, engineering, manufacturing, energy, industrial technology or another technically complex sector.

You will need:

• Proven experience in B2B sales or business development

• Demonstrable experience managing complex sales cycles

• A strong commercial approach with the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities

• Experience selling complex products, solutions, technology or technical services

• Strong communication and relationship building skills

• Confidence engaging with technical and non technical stakeholders

• The ability to develop relationships with senior decision makers

• A proactive and self motivated approach

• The ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities

• A willingness and ability to travel internationally 50%+

• A genuine interest in yachts, boating and the marine industry

Package and benefits

Salary: circa £60,000

Annual discretionary bonus

Commission structure currently being developed

Travel - International travel 50%+

• Private medical & dental insurance

• Health Cash Plan

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Enhanced pension

• 27 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays

• Life Assurance and Income Protection

• Lunch allowance

• Gym and wellbeing benefits

• Plus a range of additional employee benefits

If you are an experienced B2B sales professional with a proven track record in complex sales cycles, a genuine passion for yachts and boating, and the ambition to build an international career, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Head of Sales & Distribution

Lead Growth. Shape Strategy. Drive Commercial Success.

Hybrid, Central London or Central Birmingham

Travel Sector

Are you a commercially driven leader with the vision to transform sales performance, build strategic partnerships and unlock new revenue opportunities?

We're looking for an exceptional Head of Sales & Distribution to lead a high-performing commercial function and shape the future of a major customer-facing business. This is an outstanding opportunity to influence strategy at the highest level, lead an experienced team and deliver sustainable commercial growth across multiple sales channels.

As a key member of the Commercial Senior Leadership Team, you'll be responsible for developing and executing a forward-thinking sales and distribution strategy that enhances customer experience, strengthens commercial partnerships and maximises revenue opportunities.

If you thrive on innovation, enjoy challenging conventional thinking and are passionate about developing high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for driving commercial performance across direct and third-party sales channels, B2B and B2C partnerships, group and corporate sales, and customer distribution strategy.

You'll work collaboratively across the wider business, influencing key stakeholders while identifying new opportunities to strengthen market position and deliver long-term commercial success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver an ambitious sales and distribution strategy that drives sustainable revenue growth.
• Identify and secure new commercial partnerships that enhance the customer proposition and create new income streams.
• Optimise direct retail channels, improving customer experience, digital performance and conversion rates.
• Build, inspire and develop a high-performing commercial team, creating a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen relationships with corporate customers, industry partners, suppliers and trade organisations.
• Represent the business at senior industry events and commercial forums, helping shape future retail and distribution strategies.
• Manage key supplier relationships, ensuring strong performance, value for money and delivery against agreed KPIs.
• Contribute to wider business planning and play a key role in shaping long-term commercial strategy.

What We're Looking For

You'll be an accomplished commercial leader with the ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

You'll ideally bring:

• Significant experience leading sales, commercial or distribution functions within a large, customer-focused organisation.
• A proven track record of delivering measurable revenue growth through multi-channel sales strategies.
• Strong experience developing successful B2B and B2C commercial partnerships.
• The ability to balance short-term commercial performance with long-term strategic objectives.
• Exceptional leadership skills with experience building, coaching and motivating high-performing teams.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to influence senior leaders, partners and external organisations.
• A customer-first mindset, coupled with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a business where commercial leadership has genuine influence.

You'll have the freedom to shape strategy, develop innovative approaches to market, lead an experienced and talented team, and make a measurable impact on business performance.

In return, you'll receive an excellent package including:

• Excellent pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Discounted travel benefits.
• Additional travel concessions.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent career development opportunities within a forward-thinking organisation.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an ambitious commercial leader looking for a role where your ideas, leadership and strategic thinking can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this exciting leadership opportunity.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Shape the Future of Building Services Specification

Are you an experienced Specification Manager, Specification Sales Manager or Technical Sales Manager with a strong network across the Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (PHAR) or Building Services sector?

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a brand new national role where you will influence specifications from concept through to project completion, working on high profile commercial, residential, industrial and infrastructure developments across the UK and Ireland.

You'll be joining a well established manufacturing business that is investing in growth, innovation and customer relationships, giving you the autonomy to develop new opportunities while being fully supported by experienced technical, marketing and commercial teams.

What you'll be doing

You'll build strong relationships with consulting engineers, MEP consultants, architects, developers and contractors, securing product specifications at the earliest stages of the construction process.

Working closely with internal teams, you'll manage projects from specification through to successful sales conversion, providing technical advice, delivering CPD presentations and helping customers identify the right solutions for their projects.

What we're looking for

To be successful in this role you'll ideally have:

• Experience in specification sales within Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Building Services, Pipework, Valves or Mechanical Systems
• An established network of consulting engineers and M&E design consultants across the UK
• A proven track record of winning specifications that convert into sales
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, hydronic or mechanical systems
• Experience delivering technical presentations or CPD seminars
• Excellent relationship building, influencing and commercial skills
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary DOE
• Company car
• Pension
• Life assurance
• National role with autonomy and flexibility
• Opportunity to shape and develop a newly created position
• Full support from technical, sales and marketing teams
• Genuine long term career opportunities within an established international business.

If you're looking for your next challenge in Specification Sales, Building Services, HVAC, Mechanical Engineering or Technical Sales, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Area Sales Manager - Europe

Office based from their manufacturing site in Worcester and reporting to the National Distributor Senior Sales Manager, the Area Sales Manager - Europe supports the continued strategic development of the company's market share penetration across the National Distributor regions including Spain, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Portugal and Greece. The successful candidate would be required to undertake both UK and overseas travel in support of the role.

With a strength of knowledge around machine tool and/or laser machinery industry including technical awareness, the Area Sales Manager - Europe has the following responsibilities:

Account and Distributor Support

• Manage national distributor accounts and provide support through a range of
• communication channels.
• Support national distributors across all commercial and technical activities.
• Maintain and update CRM records for all national distributor accounts.

Sales Strategy and Business Development

• On a 'cradle to grave' customer and sales engagement basis, work with national distributor management to develop sales strategies that deliver strategic targets and strengthen business performance across the assigned territories.
• Visit distributors and end customers to build strong relationships and support order closure.
• Provide quotation support, as well as review and process orders in line with defined procedures.
• Represent the organisation at national and international exhibitions across the territory.

Collaboration, Visits, and Compliance

• Arrange and host distributor and customer visits to the Worcester facilities as required.
• Provide the organisation with customer feedback and product requirements.
• Ensure all distributors within the national distributor territory understand and comply fully with export requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with factories and Product Groups across the company's worldwide network.

Person Specification:

Essential Criteria

• Industry Knowledge and Commercial Skills
• Experience in the machine tool and/or laser machinery industry
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Price negotiation skills, including coordinating support from internal stakeholders

Communication and Relationship Management

• A personable and professional approach, with the ability to build rapport with clients from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior management, external partners, and internal teams on both technical and commercial matters.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of productivity with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally - European language skills would be beneficial.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Senior Sales Engineer (Fixturing / Tooling / Protoypes)

Working on behalf of an established engineering and manufacturing Group, we are seeking a NEW Senior Sales Engineer to develop and deliver new sales for their tooling and fixturing division in Birmingham.

Reporting to the Sales Director and having close interaction with the manufacturing site and existing engineering/operations team, the Senior Sales Engineer will be targeted at delivering sales growth for smaller volume complex fixturing, machine tools, robotic handling tools, dies and other similar bespoke and technically strong requirements.

This privately-owned organisation has a comprehensive technology group behind it and works across a range of sectors including automotive and motorsport. However, this role is focused across all potential industry opportunities.

Simply, the role will be targeted on:

• New sales growth through existing knowledge and contact base combined with a proactive sales approach
• Supporting the estimating and bid process working alongside the engineering and operations team
• Managing commercial discussions and the securing of new work
• Managing clients to support future sales growth opportunities
• Representing the company in the market, attending trade shows as required to develop further successful relationships

• Acting as the focal point for internal and customer queries on a day-to-day basis, managing and updating commercial processes ensuring fit for purpose.

To support this role, you should be/have:

• Ideally degree or minimum HND qualified in engineering
• An ability to discuss and provide engineering solutions with customers - engineer to engineer
• Significant exposure to technical selling of engineered solutions within environments such as robotics, automation, sub-con machining, fixturing etc...
• Overall experience within manufacturing with knowledge of key processes such as machining, fabrication, assembly, welding etc...
• Experience of negotiating with customers and suppliers, with excellent influencing and communication skills
• Experience strengthening business relations with customers and industry

Ideally site based in the Midlands / hybrid and working within the field as required, this 'hunting' type role is working with an organisation which has a real passion for quality, long term relationships and sharing their expertise. However, the role is focused on new sales growth and therefore a proactive approach is required.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

European Business Development Manager - Aerospace

Our client is a global supplier of investment castings/castings, precision machining and added value process capabilities (AS9100/NADCAP etc..) and have manufacturing plants in Asia, Europe and North America. In support of their continued development of existing and future aerospace, energy and medical customers, working from a remote home basis in the UK, this position of European Business Development Manager is focused on customer and market engagement along with business growth, primarily targeting the OE, Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels.

The European Business Development Manager's responsibilities include:

• Supporting our client's further development of core relationships within the UK and European aerospace, energy (IGT) and medical sectors; with an emphasis on developing suitable aerospace clients in particular.
• Managing and further developing existing relationships with clients in the UK and Europe. 
• Supporting the introduction and growth of our clients' capabilities into other aerospace, energy and medical programmes.
• Understand key market trends & programmes in the UK and European aerospace/energy/medical sectors and support successful company positioning.
• Strategically identify new business opportunities including new customers and partners and identify product requirements to support successful market engagement.
• Engage at a mid to senior level, working closely with the existing global technical and operational teams to support:

• • Opportunity identification
  • Bid and tender delivery
  • Programme integration and development
  • Communication and customer support
  • Target added-value content

• Establish and deliver sales growth.
• Support business strategies for markets and customers.
• Customer relationship management - build and maintain enduring relationships with customers and users gauging their needs and developing proposals to address these.
• Attend conferences and events to build relationships with customers and partners, representing our client where required in the UK and Europe.
• Provide the organisation with competitor news and data along with providing direction on requirements to support business wins.
• Work closely with the senior management team within the organisation to support further UK and European success.

Suitable candidates will need to have existing relationships within the UK and European aerospace sector primarily, but where possible, also have exposure to the IGT/energy and medical sectors. This role requires significant travel and customer facing engagement on a 'hunting' and key account management basis.

Candidates should have a suitable technical level (ideally to degree level), and proven senior level commercial strength which supports direct and successful customer engagement, discussion and negotiation.

This is a permanent role and has a core strategic focus working closely with this firmly established and qualified, privately owned supplier. This role is ideally to be home based in England.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Business Development Manager - Defence

Shape the Future of Defence Technology

Leicestershire HQ, Hybrid, Excellent salary, including bonus, car allowance, company pension scheme. Private Medical insurance.

Are you an experienced Business Development professional with a passion for defence, aerospace or advanced technology?

This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation at the forefront of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) innovation. As demand for advanced defence capability continues to grow across the UK and international markets, we're looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to help identify, secure and develop strategic opportunities that will shape the next generation of defence technology.

You'll play a pivotal role in expanding an already successful defence portfolio, working with senior military stakeholders, government organisations, industry partners and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that make a real operational difference.

If you thrive on developing customer relationships, influencing complex sales campaigns and turning strategic opportunities into long-term business success, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As Business Development Manager, you'll lead the identification, qualification and capture of new opportunities across the defence sector, supporting both UK and international growth.

Working closely with engineering, programme management, commercial and bid teams, you'll help shape winning solutions that align customer capability requirements with innovative technical solutions.

This is a highly visible role offering genuine influence over future business strategy and significant opportunities for career progression within a growing global organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Identify, qualify and develop new business opportunities across the defence sector.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with defence customers, government organisations, strategic partners and key industry stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a healthy pipeline of opportunities, progressing them from initial engagement through capture planning to contract award.
• Collaborate with engineering, programme management, commercial and bid teams to develop compelling customer-focused solutions.
• Support strategic campaign planning and account development for priority customers.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activity and customer capability requirements to identify future growth opportunities.
• Contribute to long-term business planning through market intelligence and technology insight.
• Prepare customer briefings, presentations and value propositions for senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with export controls, governance requirements and defence regulations.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting to support business planning and growth objectives.

About You

You'll already have a proven track record in business development, strategic sales or capture management within the Defence, Aerospace, Security or Advanced Engineering sectors.

You'll be commercially astute, confident engaging with senior stakeholders and comfortable navigating complex procurement environments.

Ideally you'll have:

• Experience in Business Development, Capture Management or Strategic Sales within Defence, Aerospace or Security.
• A strong understanding of UK Ministry of Defence procurement and acquisition processes.
• Experience developing and managing complex opportunity pipelines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Experience supporting bids, proposals and capture strategies.
• The ability to interpret market intelligence and convert it into tangible business opportunities.
• Excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills.
• A degree in Business, Engineering or another STEM discipline would be advantageous.

Knowledge of export controls, defence governance frameworks and international defence markets would also be beneficial.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation investing heavily in the future of defence capability and autonomous technologies.

You'll work on high-profile programmes, collaborate with industry-leading technical experts and play a direct role in securing the next generation of defence contracts.

In return you'll benefit from:

• A key strategic role with genuine influence.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge defence and UAV programmes.
• Exposure to UK and international markets.
• Long-term career development within a growing global business.
• A collaborative, technically focused working environment.

   

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). This generally requires candidates to be British citizens or to have the appropriate residency status to satisfy UK Government vetting requirements.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Internal Technical Sales Executive

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Office based with an early finish on a Friday.

Our client is a well established and highly respected specialist in the cranes and lifting equipment sector, known for delivering high quality solutions and exceptional customer service across a wide range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Internal Technical Sales Executive to join their friendly and knowledgeable team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with industry experience who enjoys building relationships and providing expert advice. Unlike many sales roles, there is no cold calling involved. Every enquiry comes from customers who are actively looking for solutions, allowing you to focus on understanding their requirements, providing technical guidance and converting enquiries into successful orders.

From the initial conversation through to quotation, negotiation and closing the sale, you will play a key role in delivering an outstanding customer experience. Once the order is secured, it is seamlessly handed over to the projects team, allowing you to move on to the next opportunity.

The Role

As Internal Technical Sales Executive, you will:

• Manage incoming enquiries from new and existing customers
• Provide technical advice on cranes, hoists and lifting equipment
• Prepare detailed quotations and follow them through to completion
• Negotiate pricing and confidently close sales opportunities
• Build long term relationships based on trust and product knowledge
• Ensure all recommendations align with relevant industry standards including LOLER and PUWER
• Liaise with the projects team to ensure a smooth handover of completed sales

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Essential experience within the cranes and lifting equipment industry
• Previous experience in an internal or technical sales position
• Strong product knowledge including overhead cranes, gantry cranes, hoists and lifting accessories
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and maximise sales
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple enquiries

What Is On Offer

• Salary of £40k - £45k per annum
• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Ongoing training and development
• Office based role within a supportive and professional environment

If you have the industry expertise and technical sales experience to provide first class advice and convert enquiries into orders, this is an opportunity to join a successful business that values knowledge, customer relationships and long term career development.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.