Job Description

Job Title: Sales Manager / Account Manager - Industrial Engineered Metal Products

Location: Flexible - candidates based between the North Midlands and North Yorkshire, including Merseyside to the East Coast, are welcome. However, proximity to Lancashire / Greater Manchester is preferred, as attendance at the office is required 1-2 times per week.

Salary: Circa 80,000 basic, depending on experience

Additional Benefits: Performance-related commission / bonus, Company car or car allowance

Overview:

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 10-15 high-value industrial clients. You'll 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 10-15 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 80,000, DOE Performance-based commission/bonus scheme Company vehicle or car allowance Company benefits package (pension, holidays, expenses) Flexible working with field/client focuses and 1-2 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 you're a results-driven sales professional with deep experience in industrial, engineered, or machined products -- and you're used to working on 100k+ contracts and multi-million-pound annual targets -- we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clitheroe BB7 2PA