Technical Sales Manager

Technical Sales Manager - Air SystemsLocation: Based near Leicester (UK-wide & international travel)Salary: £50,000-£70,000 + up to 25% company bonusBenefits: Company car or allowance (BMW/Mercedes + personal use), Pension 3-5%, 25 days holiday + bank holidaysHours: 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 ApplyIf 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