Technical Sales Manager (Textiles)
Overview
We’ve partnered with a well-established, technical textiles manufacturer in their search for a Technical Sales Manager.
You’ll take ownership of a defined sector, selling composite, synthetic and cuspate solutions across marine and filtration/drainage applications, building relationships with contractors, local authorities, engineers and consultants.
It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys selling niche, scientifically led products; the kind you’ll be proud to showcase and build credibility with.
What you’ll get
- Salary negotiable depending on experience
- Annual bonus
- Car allowance + business paid mileage
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Hybrid model working following full training and probationary period
- A good mix of office, travel and home working
- A stable, collaborative team with fantastic staff retention
About You
- You’ve got a background in technical textiles, non-wovens, materials science or similar
- Proven experience in technical or specification-led sales (or a technical background moving into sales), with a proactive approach
- A genuine passion for technical textiles; how they’re built, how they perform and where they add value
- Strong understanding of fabric performance (durability, weight, coatings etc.), with the curiosity to keep learning
- A confident presenter and communicator at all levels
- A relationship builder who takes pride in representing the business and building long-term partnerships
- Committed, driven and motivated to grow your sector over time
About the role
- You’ll secure specifications from early design through to installation, building trust with key stakeholders
- Promote products and protect specifications throughout the project lifecycle
- Developing relationships with contractors, local authorities and industry contacts
- Identify new opportunities and grow your sector commercially
- Confidently delivering CPDs and technical presentations
- Sharing market insight and contributing to product development conversations
- Manage your own pipeline and record activity through the CRM system
- Mainly UK travel, however there will be the occasional requirement for international trips
- Good balance of being out with customers and managing relationships day-to-day.
About the company
- A well-established, technically led business with a strong reputation in a highly specialised market
- A collaborative, knowledgeable team with excellent staff retention, people stay, develop and know their sectors inside out
- A business built on long-term relationships, quality products and a genuine focus on sustainability and environmental impact
Interested? Call us on 0161 883 2126 for a confidential chat or apply now.