Sales Manager in Basingstoke

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At Vishay Precision Group (VPG), you will meet dedicated people who believe that precision measurement and sensing technologies are key to a smarter, safer future.

VPG addresses an expanding array of applications where accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it’s the advanced safety of new‑generation trucks, cars, planes, or advanced medical and consumer products, our technically advanced sensing products are developed by passionate, creative people working to make the world safer, smarter, and more productive.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing strategies aimed at maximising sales through both direct and indirect channels.
• Developing the customer base through regular contact on a strategic/operational level.
• Dealing with day‑to‑day queries of a technical, commercial or other nature where necessary, in conjunction with a Customer Services Advisor.
• Identifying potential customers, qualifying and developing them to achieve sales in line with company strategy.
• Acting as a liaison between the customer and internal departments when necessary.
• Scheduling and attending customer sales visits, including annual strategic reviews.
• Producing reports and other documents as deemed necessary.
• Driving sales in the region of France and other southern Europe countries, with travel throughout this region expected.
• Discovering and exploring new business opportunities (NBOs) in the territory.
• Screening the territory for leads and potential business prospects.
• Conducting research to identify new markets and customer needs.
• Generating leads through cold calling prospective customers.
• Arranging business meetings with prospective clients.
• Developing and nurturing relationships with key customer accounts.
• Assessing customers’ needs and the company’s ability to meet those needs.
• Building long‑term relationships with new customers.
• Following up with new leads and referrals generated from the sales team.
• Preparing status reports on goals.
• Using Salesforce to manage the whole interaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development and sales within a technical product environment.
• Strong understanding of direct and indirect selling channels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to assess market needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.
• Willingness to travel within assigned territory.

Benefits

• Company Car.
• Competitive salary package, including performance‑related bonus.
• Pension Scheme – employer contribution of 8%.
• Life Assurance.
• Annual leave 25 days plus public holidays (rising to 30 days with service).
• Personal development opportunities.
• Recruitment referral scheme.
• Free on‑site parking.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing