Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturing business in Portsmouth, is seeking a Sales Manager for a temporary opportunity. This role offers the chance to drive business development and sales growth across safety-critical products, while building strong customer relationships and contributing to strategic commercial initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify new leads, develop commercial opportunities and convert prospects into long-term customers
- Manage customer relationships from initial contact through contract negotiation, signing and ongoing account support
- Support pricing strategies, deal structuring and contract negotiations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
- Work collaboratively with Inside Sales, Outside Sales, Operations, Finance and Engineering teams
- Contribute to sales strategy, business planning and strategic projects that support organisational growth
- Host quarterly performance reviews with key customers and maintain high standards of service
- Oversee large order processing, including backlog reviews and delivery planning
- Influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve effective outcomes for key accounts
Job Requirements:
- Experience in business development, sales or account management, with a strong focus on negotiation and relationship-building
- Proven ability to manage customer or supplier accounts and negotiate commercial contracts
- Sound financial understanding, including pricing, margins and risk management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and experience using ERP systems
- Strong ownership mindset, initiative and a results-driven approach
- Customer-focused attitude with the ability to build trust and deliver value
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments
- Experience in aerospace or another technical industry, with strategic thinking and project leadership skills
Desirable Qualifications:
- Degree in Business, Aerospace, Procurement, Engineering or a related discipline
- Equivalent professional experience will also be considered
- Demonstrable leadership potential and readiness to take on increased responsibility
Additional Information:
- Based in Portsmouth, with occasional travel to customers
- Working hours are 07:30 to 16:15 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Fridays
- Every other Friday is a non-working day, providing a nine-day working fortnight
- Access to a salary sacrifice pension scheme, company sick pay and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to 24/7 healthcare support and a Cycle to Work Scheme
If you are an ambitious Sales Manager with strong business development experience and a passion for the aerospace sector, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing, collaborative and results-driven environment. Apply now.
