Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished sales professional with experience in the water, chemical, HVAC, or food processing sectors. This role offers the opportunity to join a highly reputable distributor of pumps and rotating equipment--an organisation recognised for its technical excellence, strong market presence, and commitment to employee development.

The successful candidate will be a technically capable and commercially astute individual who can represent the business with professionalism and integrity.

The Company

We are an established and respected leader in the pump distribution industry:

A thriving business with a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Strategic distribution partner of a leading waste water brand

, delivering industry-leading solutions. Significant investment in continuous training and professional development, including in-house and manufacturer-led programmes. Specialists in centrifugal and positive displacement pumping technologies. Over 60 years of combined experience across multiple industrial sectors. A reputation for reliability, technical competence, and exceptional customer support. Serving key markets including water utilities, industrial processing, power generation, food production, and building services. A team driven by innovation, quality, and long-term customer relationships.

The Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

Promoting and selling clean and wastewater pumps, chemical dosing systems, and hygienic pumping solutions. Conducting pump selections and specifying equipment in line with customer requirements. Managing the complete sales process, from initial site survey and technical specification through to supplier liaison, order placement, and attendance at installation (where required) Responding effectively to urgent breakdown situations, including equipment identification, selection of suitable replacements, and coordination of logistics to ensure minimal downtime. Operating from the Wallingford office with some UK-wide travel for site visits and customer meetings. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients in building services, water treatment, chemical processing, and general industry. Engaging in ongoing technical training to maintain strong product knowledge and industry awareness.

About You

The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate proven sales experience within HVAC, water treatment, industrial, engineering, or chemical environments. Be comfortable travelling nationwide. Exhibit strong communication, organisational, and customer service skills. Fluent in pump selection Be proactive, ambitious, and focused on delivering high-quality solutions. Preferably be based in or near Oxfordshire.

What's On Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Company vehicle or car allowance Company pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Extensive training and genuine long-term career development opportunities. A friendly, supportive, and fun work environment where teamwork is valued

If you believe you would be a great fit, please send a copy of your CV to jake@polypump.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company events Company pension On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Wallingford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 02/03/2026