Compact Class Sales Development Manager

“Innovative solutions for sustainable and affordable beverages, food and essentials” – we have a clear vision at Krones. For this purpose, we supply state-of-the-art technology to our customers worldwide. With its headquarters in Westhoughton, Bolton, Krones UK is the hub for Krones activities in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Our team of about 160 employees offers our customers a wide range of solutions spanning from sales and project management through to a variety of services. What awaits you Generating and expediting all new sales leads, opportunities and enquiries Responsible both technically and commercially for all sales enquiries and orders Building strong business relationships with both new and existing customers Explore new business opportunities in terms of New Products and Market development Design and deliver tender documentation directly to new and existing customers Deliver sales presentations both internally and externally Recording new opportunities in a Salesforce system and ensuring all live enquiries are updated Attending customer visits to the Krones Group factories for presales requirements Feeding in accurate information for internal offer preparation Checking, preparing, and issuing customer quotations Participation in monthly sales review meetings presenting regional results vs KPI’s Negotiating contracts with customers Producing detailed visit reports including notes from customer meeting Business growth foundation work (sales initiatives, networking, exhibitions) At least two years’ experience with a proven track record. Social Skills