Technical Sales Manager
JR United Kingdom
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Social network you want to login/join with: Technical Sales Manager, Leeds, West Yorkshire Client: ASR International Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Views: 1 Posted: 30.03.2025 Expiry Date: 14.05.2025 Job Description: Location: Covering Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield, Hull, York & surrounding areas (NE, DH, DL, BD, HG, LS, HX, HD, S, WF, DN, HU, YO, TS) Package: Highly competitive basic salary + generous bonus scheme + full benefits + EV or hybrid company car We re recruiting for a leading manufacturer within the building services and piping industry a respected, quality brand known for its technical innovation and long-standing reputation in the market. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded sales professional who understands the commercial value of strong contractor relationships, product performance, and market presence. If you come from the world of piping, drainage, or HVAC this role could be an ideal next step. The Role As Technical Sales Manager, you ll be responsible for developing both new and repeat business across the region. Your core focus will be working closely with contractors, installers, and merchants to promote the full product range and secure long-term project partnerships. This is a cradle-to-grave sales role. You ll drive contractor engagement, deliver product training, provide technical advice on-site, and work in close partnership with internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from tender to delivery. Key Responsibilities Account Management & Growth Manage and grow a defined customer base (approx. 75% existing relationships, 25% new business). Contractor Development Build trust and become the go-to partner for small to large contractors working across commercial schemes. Merchant Support Work with national and independent merchants (approx. 30% of your client base including BSS and Wolseley), ensuring staff are trained and stocked with your product lines. Technical Support & Training Deliver regular training sessions to ensure correct product installation and usage on-site. CRM & Project Reporting Maintain accurate records of all contact, calls, pipeline activity and wins using the CRM. Project Ownership Support from concept through to completion, working closely with internal spec teams to convert leads into secured orders. Market Awareness Keep an eye on competitor activity and contribute insight for marketing and sales development. The Ideal Candidate You ll have a background in a technical or sales background, ideally in piping, plumbing, HVAC, pumps, or drainage. (Certainly open to other industries). Confident engaging with contractors, installers, and trade counter teams. Strong understanding of project sales cycles and contractor buying behaviour. Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to train, influence and add value on-site. Comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role with full regional ownership. This is an opportunity to join a top-tier business with an outstanding name in the industry, where your technical knowledge and people-first approach will be key to success. For further information and a confidential chat, please reach out to Ed Robinson below. ASR International specialises in Commercial, Operational and Sales-based roles throughout GB our expertise lies with manufacturers and distributors within the bathroom, brassware, and sanitaryware sector, for senior level appointments and Directors. #J-18808-Ljbffr