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Key Account Manager - Automation Safety - M62 corridor

Thomas Lee Recruitment
Posted 23 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

Salary

£40,000 - £60,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Salary: £60-£70k
  • Year of experience required: Proven sales experience in safety-related automation technology
  • Year of experience required: Strong understanding of machinery safety standards and regulations
  • Year of experience required: Technical knowledge of automation systems and components
  • Year of experience required: Ability to travel extensively within the UK

Are you a safety-focused sales professional with a proven track record in automation?

We are seeking a dynamic Key Account Manager to join our successful team. Our company is a leading specialist in automation components, systems, and services, with a strong commitment to safety.

The Role:

  • Develop and manage key accounts across a diverse range of industries.
  • Drive sales growth for our portfolio of products and services, including training, consulting, engineering, and technical support.
  • Generate new business opportunities and implement effective sales strategies.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling proposals for machinery safety solutions (risk assessments, PUWER assessments, CE/UKCA marking).
  • Conducted market research, attended industry events, and represented the company at exhibitions.
  • Provide expert technical advice and support to customers.
  • Covering the M62 Corridor.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Proven sales experience in safety-related automation technology (safety relays, controllers, PLCs, light curtains, interlocks, software).
  • Strong understanding of machinery safety standards and regulations (e.g., PUWER, CE/UKCA).
  • Technical knowledge of automation systems and components.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated and results-oriented with a strong commercial acumen.
  • Ability to travel extensively within the UK.

This is a home-based position requiring national coverage.

What is on offer -

  • Salary £60-£70k (depending on skills and experience). The current average is £65k.
  • Bonus Scheme
  • 26 Days Holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Holiday buy-out scheme
  • Car Allowance - Circa £6k pa
  • Stakeholder pension scheme
  • Private health care cover
  • Flexi working
  • Work wear provided

If you are a passionate sales professional with a strong technical background, we encourage you to apply.

All applications are responded to,

You must have the right to work in the UK.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.