Sales Engineer to Sales Manager | Aerospace / Automotive | Hybrid Remote

Looking to step up from Sales Engineer to Sales Manager? This is a high-impact, client-facing role with a specialist manufacturing company, offering progression into sales leadership for candidates with a strong technical foundation.

Job Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Sales Engineer, Technical Account Manager or Business Development professional ready to transition into a full Sales Manager role. You’ll manage and grow a portfolio of manufacturing clients in the UK and Europe, primarily within the aerospace and automotive sectors.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in engineering or industrial manufacturing who understands the components and processes behind precision-built products. You’ll use your knowledge of RFQs, client relationship building, and commercial strategy to drive revenue growth and secure long-term contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand existing B2B accounts (revenue range: £20k – £1m+)

• Deliver accurate RFQs and support tender submissions in coordination with bid and commercial teams

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities using a structured value creation plan

• Build relationships through meetings, calls, site visits, exhibitions and trade shows

• Collaborate with Sales Director, Bid Team and internal stakeholders on key bids and client activity

• Represent the brand at major events including Farnborough and Paris Airshows

• Maintain weekly visibility in the office to support internal team collaboration

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Sales Engineer or Technical Account Manager seeking promotion to Sales Manager

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing preferred; automotive backgrounds considered

• Strong knowledge of engineered components and manufacturing processes

• Excellent commercial acumen, client rapport building and negotiation skills

• Familiarity with KPIs, RFQs, tender documentation and ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Degree-qualified in a relevant technical or business field

• Proven track record in business development or sales growth roles

• UK-based with willingness for domestic and international travel

• Not suitable for candidates with software or service-only sales backgrounds

Benefits & Package

• Competitive base salary + bonus structure

• Full-time (Monday–Friday, early finish Fridays)

• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme

• Pension contribution + group critical health and life insurance

• Flexible, supportive working environment with hybrid option

  darryl.fordham@rgs-global.com