Sales Engineer | North West UK
Sales Engineer based in the North West UK for an international cutting tool manufacturer. Manage customers and distributors, drive sales and margin growth, and provide local technical support.
Our Client
Our client is a globally established manufacturer of high-performance cutting tools and machining solutions, supporting customers across precision engineering, metalworking, and advanced manufacturing. With a strong focus on innovation, productivity, and application expertise, they partner closely with manufacturers to optimise machining processes and deliver measurable performance improvements. The business operates internationally and is recognised for its technical excellence and customer-focused approach.
A day in the life
You will act as both the commercial and technical representative for a globally respected cutting-tool manufacturer. Your time will be split between customer and distributor visits, developing new opportunities, and providing hands-on technical support, while delivering sales plans that drive profitable growth within your territory.
What you will do
Build, manage, and grow relationships with direct customers and distributors across your territory
Plan and execute annual and long-term sales and margin targets with full budget responsibility
Develop new business opportunities and identify emerging markets for products and services
Manage selected Global and European accounts, contributing to growth strategies and pricing agreements
Implement targeted sales and marketing programmes by market, product, and application
Negotiate local contracts and commercial agreements
Provide local technical support to customers and distributor partners
Track opportunities, market trends, competitor activity, and pricing via CRM, keeping data accurate and current
Must-haves
Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background
Several years’ commercial experience in a B2B industrial or consumables environment
Strong knowledge of metalworking, cutting tools, tooling, or CNC machining
Proven ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and manage complex accounts
Confident communication, presentation, and analytical skills
Willingness to travel within the territory and work across cultures
Nice-to-haves
Existing network within the metalworking or machining industry
Experience managing European or global accounts
What’s in it for you?
A genuinely international working environment with long-term career progression
Autonomy to shape your territory and make a visible commercial impact
Support from a technically advanced, customer-focused organisation
Competitive salary and motivational compensation package
Apply now and take the next step with a global leader in precision cutting-tool solutions.
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- United Kingdom
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Sectors
- Industrial Manufacturing & Machinery
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