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About the Company A well-established market leader in automatic fire suppression systems with over 15 years of consistent year-on-year growth. The business is known for quality, innovation, and reliability, with strong plans for continued expansion into 2026 and beyond. A dedicated in-house service and support team ensures exceptional customer care from installation through to ongoing maintenance. Full product and technical training is provided.
About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive Regional Sales Manager to take ownership of the Southern UK territory. You will drive new business, develop existing accounts, and promote market-leading fire suppression solutions to end users, dealers, and OEMs.
The role is home-based with quarterly meetings at the Head Office (Chelmsford area). You’ll need a strong hunter-gatherer mentality and be comfortable spending most of your time on the road meeting clients, uncovering opportunities, and growing regional sales.
Key Responsibilities
Develop new business and manage accounts across end users, dealers, and OEMs
Maintain an 80/20 new business vs. account management focus
Conduct 3–4 face-to-face client meetings daily (up to 50 per month)
Build strong relationships and networks to maximise sales opportunities
Prepare and follow up on quotations and tenders; maintain accurate records in the CRM
Deliver professional sales presentations and product demonstrations
Negotiate effectively to achieve revenue and profitability goals
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth order delivery
Maintain accurate records of sales activity and customer interactions
Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and training sessions as needed
Promote core values: Passion, Innovation, Trust, Hard Work, and CommunityKey Requirements
Proven experience selling plant or heavy machinery (essential)
Strong B2B sales background within industrial, technical, or engineering environments
Excellent business development and relationship management skills
Highly motivated, organised, and results-focused
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Proficient in MS Office and CRM systems
Full UK driving licence (approx. 30,000 miles per year)Package
Basic Salary: £45,000–£50,000 (DOE)
Commission: 1–2% of sales
Benefits: Company car, mobile phone, laptop, full product training, ongoing career developmentIdeal Candidate Energetic, confident, and commercially minded. You’ll have a passion for winning new business and building long-term client relationships. With a proactive approach and strong commercial awareness, you’ll play a key role in driving regional growth and strengthening the company’s position as a market leader across the Southern UK regionDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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