Sales Manager (Aerospace and Manufacturing)

Sales Manager (Aerospace & Manufacturing)

Are you an experienced and driven Sales Manager with a strong background in aerospace and manufacturing? Do you have a passion for business development and the ability to work collaboratively with sales teams, bid teams, and internal stakeholders? If so, this role could be a perfect fit for you!

Role Overview:As a Technical Sales Manager, you will play a key role in the business development process, working closely with the Sales Director, Bid Team, and internal sales teams. Your focus will be on a combination of new business development (40%) and growing existing accounts (60%). This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the collective sales efforts within the aerospace industry, with a strong emphasis on research-based sales.

Responsibilities:

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  Support the execution of the company’s growth strategy, identifying key market segments and customers within aerospace and manufacturing.

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  Develop market capture plans and target profitable opportunities within both existing and new customer bases in the UK and Europe.

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  Manage RFQs, ensuring timely submissions and support for the Bid Management team to deliver quality responses.

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  Provide regular activity reports to keep stakeholders informed of sales activities and progress against goals.

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  Offer feedback on market trends, competitors, and customer intelligence to the wider team.

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  Take ownership of key accounts and work with the Sales and Commercial team to grow them.

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  Lead and support major bids and projects until they are handed over to the NPI team.

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  Attend customer visits and support marketing events and exhibitions such as the Farnborough/Paris Airshow.

Skills & Experience:

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  A minimum of 2 years of experience in engineering sales, specifically within aerospace and manufacturing.

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  Proven track record of successful business development in aerospace sectors (commercial and military OEMs, and tier suppliers).

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  Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

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  Familiarity with KPIs and a solid understanding of commercial and technical aspects of the aerospace and manufacturing industries.

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  Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems (SAP experience a plus).

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  Analytical mindset with knowledge of basic engineering concepts and manufacturing processes.

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  Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and travel internationally as required.

Employee Benefits:

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  Competitive salary (depending on experience)

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  23 days annual leave plus paid bank holidays

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  Employer pension contribution

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  Group Critical Health Insurance and Death in Service cover

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  Bonus based on company performance

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  Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

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  Flexible and supportive work environment

If you're looking for an exciting opportunity in a rapidly growing industry and have the skills to make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch soon to discuss the next steps.