Area Sales Manager

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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed