International Sales Manager

Are you an experienced International Sales Manager with proven experience in automated packaging machinery or similar capital equipment? If so, our client would be interested in you. They are a leading packaging machinery manufacturer who are highly respected throughout the world. Their ideal candidate will be based in the North West UK and have had previous experience in the full ownership of sales projects from initial enquiry through to product shipment. International Sales Manager role: The successful International Sales Manager will be responsible for: full ownership of sales projects from initial enquiry through to product shipment Build and maintain culturally sensitive, respectful relationships with customers and colleagues Prepare quotations within agreed profit margins and produce accurate technical specifications. Organise seminars, presentations, and industry events Achieve sales targets across assigned territories and proactively manage the sales pipeline Travel internationally on a regular basis International Sales Manager requirement: Proven technical project sales experience Proven knowledge of packaging machinery or similar automated machinery capital sales equipment An international sales capability, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and commercial stakeholders. Confident selling to blue-chip organisations to owner-managed businesses. Consultative sales approach with the ability to understand customer needs and propose tailored solutions. Educated to a relevant engineering qualification would be beneficial but not essential. International Sales Manager: Base salary £60k-£65k + Bonus (15%) paid annually Private Health Care Private pension plan Life cover 25 days holiday + bank holidays *First 6 months of role to be office based (Greater Manchester) with 1-2 days per week thereafter Company car – EV, hybrid, petrol or diesel