Area Sales Manager to HARALD PIHL (UK)

HARALD PIHL, a family of people and metals, is looking for a new family member

As a Swedish family company founded in 1912, HARALD PIHL is today managed by the fourth generation of the Pihl family. With a global presence in over 20 countries, our long-standing expertise in special alloys empowers us to pioneer the future—driving the industry forward with innovative solutions.

Join our dynamic team in the UK, where innovation thrives and collaboration is key. As a Area Sales Manager, you’ll lead customer engagement, optimize sales processes, and drive business growth. With your proactive mindset, communication skills, and industry knowledge, you’ll make an immediate impact.

Ready to embrace the challenge? The journey awaits those with the courage to continue.

YOUR ROLE

You’ll be a vital part of our expanding UK team, working closely with colleagues across Europe. In this fast-paced and innovation-driven environment, you’ll take ownership of diverse sales activities, including:

• Responding to inquiries: Deliver timely and professional responses to customer requests, ensuring satisfaction and driving business.
• Supporting inside sales: Collaborate with the internal team to improve efficiency and enhance customer experience.
• Customer visits: Meet with clients across the UK, build strong relationships, and provide tailored technical solutions.
• Expanding the customer base: Identify new opportunities and help us grow our footprint in the UK market.

As an Area Sales Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our commercial efforts—building trust, driving new business, and strengthening our market position.

ABOUT YOU

You’re a proactive and communicative professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.

• Proven experience in technical or industrial sales.
• Experience in the medical or defence industry is a strong advantage.
• Confident in managing both sales and purchasing processes.
• Comfortable handling administrative tasks and multitasking across departments.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are a bonus.
• Self-driven with a problem-solving attitude and a customer-focused mindset.

If you're looking for a fast-paced role in an international environment - this could be the perfect fit for you.

In response to the question 'What we offer,' we decided to seek insights from our CEO, Jonas Pihl;

At HARALD PIHL, we offer competitive benefits and conditions, but, equally importantly, we believe in job satisfaction, Given the substantial time we all spend at work, we believe it should be a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. It´s important to have fun and have a laugh! This is stimulated through the organisation of all kinds of activities for our staff, which are chosen through a democratic process. we also have high expectations for dedication and hard work - embodying our ´work hard play nice´ philosophy. Once you start your Harald Phil adventure, you can expect an exciting ride, chances to grow personally and professionally, and a job that´s really satisfying, Says Jonas with a smile.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

We look forward to receiving your application!

For questions or more information about the role, please contact Executive Search Consultant Markus Hanna at [email protected] or call +46 (0)72 601 33 05.

ABOUT US

A dedicated family of people and metal

Our personal, trustworthy, and professional approach - rooted in our Swedish heritage - makes us stand out on the global stage. We are committed to delivering intelligent and swift solutions, always putting quality and the customer first.

Our deep expertise in special alloys allows us to meet the most demanding requirements and perform in extreme environments. Founded in 1912 and still family-owned, HARALD PIHL is a forward-looking company with strong traditions and global ambitions.