About this role
Are you an experienced Sales Manager or Business Development professional with a background in the UK utilities sector?
Our client, a specialist provider of pipeline services for UK utilities is looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager to develop new business and grow existing accounts across the UK, with a particular focus on the water and wastewater market.
This is a technical, solution-led sales role where you’ll build relationships with utility companies, consultants, contractors and framework partners, identifying opportunities and developing solutions to meet customer needs.
This is a fully remote role with regular travel required across the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and grow strategic customer accounts across the UK utilities marketIdentify new business opportunities across water, wastewater and wider utility sectorsBuild relationships with utility companies, consultants, contractors and framework partnersPromote technical solutions including pipeline rehabilitation and infrastructure servicesManage opportunities from initial enquiry through to quotation, contract award and handoverSupport technical proposals, tenders, presentations, trials and product approvalsMaintain an accurate sales pipeline, forecasts and CRM recordsWork with internal technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer solutions Who They’re Looking For:
Proven sales or business development experience within the UK utilities sector, ideally water and wastewaterExperience in technical, solution-led or specification-led salesStrong account management and business development skillsUnderstanding of utility procurement, frameworks and AMP programmesKnowledge of pipeline infrastructure, trenchless technology or rehabilitation would be advantageousStrong commercial awareness, with experience in negotiation, forecasting and managing opportunitiesConfident communicating with technical, operational, procurement and senior stakeholdersWillingness to travel regularly throughout the UK Benefits:
Company Car or Car AllowanceBonus of up to 15% of basic salaryHealth Cashback SchemeLife AssuranceOn-site ParkingSubsidised CanteenEnhanced Maternity and Paternity PayHigh Street Discounts PortalEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work Scheme If you’re an experienced Sales Manager or Business Development professional with a background in utilities and a passion for developing technical solutions, we’d love to hear from you.