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Area Development Manager - North of England

Company Description

Bosch Rexroth is one of the world’s leading specialists in the field of drive and control technologies.

Under the brand name of Rexroth, the company supplies customers with tailored solutions for driving, controlling, and moving - for industrial, mobile applications and factory automation, supplying a diverse customer base across various industry sectors.

Job Description

As Sales Manager for the North of England region, you will manage and be responsible for generating sales across the whole of the Bosch Rexroth range. Your excellent knowledge of factory automation and working knowledge of drives and controls and effective relationship building will ensure we retain our valuable customers in factory automation, automotive electrification and food and packaging industries whilst also maximising opportunities in all other forms of industry.

You will be proactive in your approach and take the initiative to develop your technical ability to exploit new commercial opportunities, including in areas that may be new to you such as intralogistics, medical and pharma. The support of electric vehicle manufacturers and alternative energy sectors have been described as some of the best performing sectors in the local economy, so there is huge potential to be realised with our factory automation solutions as well as in other industries.

As well as strong technical competency, you will have the excellent entrepreneurial, leadership and interpersonal skills required of a successful account manager including:

Results orientated, with a desire to exceed targets
Proactive and self-motivated
Plan effectively across the Northern region
Able to build high quality and lasting relationships with all stakeholders
Effective networker
Resilient
Excellent time management and organisational skills

Key tasks and responsibilities

Develop and implement a business plan to optimize target and focus customers in the North of England
Identify and promote opportunities for profitable sales growth of our Bosch Rexroth range of products to both new and existing customers
Assist in the preparation of detailed quotations and specifications, working with manufacturing plants to ensure customer requirements are met and accurate information is available for system design/drawings, projects and /or order processing
Liaise between customer, project engineers, manufacturing, and design to ensure clear and open communication is maintained at all times
Take responsibility for completion, follow up and sales support, including co-ordinating the activities of others to meet customer specifications (eg commissioning)
Manage multiple customer demands and clearly communicate information B2B, actioning all customer enquiries promptly
Maintain customer data and record all visit information and customer activities within our mobile CRM system to ensure accurate and relevant information is available
Work with customers to ensure payment terms are effectively managed, pre-empting non-payment and delivery issues

Depending upon the candidate, this role is likely to be home based but there will be the requirement to regularly travel to St Neots and Cirencester for training and meetings as well as to our other UK sites as required.

Please note that you must have the right to live and work in the UK for this position as sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

Essential:

Minimum of HND level qualification in either Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering OR significant relevant technical/engineering experience
Excellent knowledge of factory automation systems.
Excellent interpersonal skills
High standard of written and spoken English
MS Office skills
Must be able to effectively use CRM systems and SAP or similar integrated systems
Must be able to travel in and around your designated sales territory to visit customers
Must be prepared to travel and stay overnight on a regular basis
Valid UK driving licence
Proven track record of sales excellence

Desirable:

Previous experience of sales in the industry/sector
Previous technical experience in the industry/sector
Knowledge in drives and controls

Additional Information

We offer a competitive package including;

Competitive salary
Company Performance Related Pay
Benefits: Pension, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing to 30 days with service, Holiday bonus, Life Assurance, Staff discounts, Perkbox, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, free car parking on site.

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What You Should Know About Area Development Manager - North of England, Bosch Group

As the Area Development Manager for Bosch Rexroth in the North of England, you will step into an exciting role that requires a blend of technical expertise and sales acumen. Your main goal will be to generate sales across Bosch Rexroth's extensive range of drive and control technologies, catering to a wide array of industry sectors, including factory automation, automotive electrification, and food packaging. With your strong understanding of factory automation and relationship-building skills, you’ll play a crucial part in retaining valued customers and unlocking new commercial opportunities in fast-growing fields like intralogistics and medical sectors. Armed with a proactive approach, you'll embark on a mission to exceed sales targets and implement a robust business plan tailored specifically for your region. Communication will be key—liaising between customers, project engineers, and manufacturers, ensuring that all customer specifications are met with precision. In this role, your entrepreneurial spirit and exceptional time management will shine as you manage multiple customer demands while driving forward the Bosch Rexroth brand. With significant potential in the electric vehicle and alternative energy sectors, there has never been a better time to join Bosch Rexroth. If you’ve got the right blend of skills, such as a minimum of HND level qualification in a relevant engineering field and a track record of sales excellence, you could be the perfect fit for this role. Get ready for a fulfilling career with great benefits including a competitive salary, performance-related pay, and generous holiday entitlement—a rare opportunity in the industrial tech landscape.

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What qualifications do I need to apply for the Area Development Manager position at Bosch Rexroth?

To apply for the Area Development Manager position at Bosch Rexroth, you’ll need at least a minimum HND level qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering, or significant relevant technical experience. An understanding of factory automation systems is essential, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.