Area Sales Manager

Job Description:

Area Sales Manager – East Midlands

• Field Based Role
• Pumps & Rotating Equipment – Pumps, Valves, Seals, Motors, Drives, etc.
• Salary up to £59,000 + Bonus OTE 20%
• Car/Car Allowance provided
• Benefits include Pension (8% employer contribution), health plan, 25 days holiday, retail discounts.

I’m working with a leading engineering business that’s looking to appoint an Area Sales Manager to cover the East Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded sales professional with strong knowledge of pumps or rotating equipment to join a respected name in the sector.

About the Role

This is a customer-facing position that combines technical expertise with strategic sales development. You’ll take ownership of the East Midlands territory, managing existing accounts while identifying and developing new opportunities.

You will:

• Provide technical sales support and expert advice on pump systems and related services.
• Maintain and strengthen long-term customer relationships across all levels.
• Develop new business through solution-based selling and proactive territory management.
• Prepare accurate, detailed quotations and follow up to successfully convert enquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver efficient technical and commercial responses.
• Monitor market activity and competitor performance to guide sales strategy.
• Promote approved service partners and support growth across the UK network.
• Meet agreed targets and report on activity and performance monthly.

About You

The ideal candidate will be a technically confident salesperson with experience in the engineering or pump industry. You should be both commercially astute and hands-on in your approach.

• Background in engineering or industrial equipment sales.
• Strong pump knowledge, ideally centrifugal or fluid handling systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify technical detail.
• Highly organised with strong territory management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.
• Professional in approach, with integrity and persistence.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

The Package

• Basic Salary up to £59k
• Up to 20% bonus
• 8% pension contribution (employer)
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Health and retail benefits
• Uniform and equipment provided

If you’re an experienced technical sales professional who thrives on building long-term relationships and developing business in a hands-on, field-based role, this could be an ideal next step.

To apply, please send your CV or contact me directly for a confidential conversation