Southern Area Sales Manager

A new opportunity to work with a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of automation solutions.

With more than 3200 employees in 50 countries, a turnover in excess of 600M Euros, this business offers four main product lines: Power Supplies & Control, Interfaces, Cables/Connectors and I/O Systems. They are a leading component supplier providing solutions to many vertical markets.

An excellent opportunity to join this expanding business, who invest millions each year to enhance and support systems and product development.

Sales Manager  - South

£45,000 - £60,000

20% Bonus, Company Car, Private Healthcare

Home-based. Ref 23635

You will be responsible for providing technical knowledge, advice and support to external customers including OEM’s, systems integrators, panel and machine builders within the Southern region. The role will consist of developing existing accounts and new business development.

Responsibility for the profitable growth of business area.
To manage the day to day sales activities
To be instrumental in finding and converting New Business
To offer training, advice and assistance to the wider sales team 
Attend joint customer visits with the wider vertical key account sales teams
Ensure own product knowledge is kept up to date
Take on additional tasks in order to meet departmental, project related or developmental objectives. 
Attending trade shows and conferences
We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated Engineer who enjoys creating and maintaining relationships, with a background of Drives, Motors, PLC Controls and communication networks.

HNC or higher in Electrical / Electro-Mechanical Engineering
A proven track record in the field of industrial automation
3 years of electrical or electro-mechanical product sales/support experience
Strong understanding of modern technology (fieldbus, IO-Link, IOT)
Candidates will ideally be based within either Berkshire, Hampshire or Wiltshire regions.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed