We are looking for a Business Development / Sales Manager to work for our client based in Whitchurch (Hampshire). The company designs and builds innovative machines to improve production efficiency and process - mainly in the packaging industry. This is an on-site role with occasional travel to clients, industry conferences and exhibitions. Career prospects for this role are excellent - with a clear route to a senior management position. To be a success in this role you will enjoy the following: Solving engineering problems Creating innovative solutions Investigating how things work Having conversations with prospects Tracking market trends and acting on them Managing the sales process Cultivating relationships with prospective clients Responsibilities Work directly with marketing to discover opportunities from leads Generate appointments by means of proactive outbound prospecting Manage prospects from initial enquiry through to close Qualifications Bachelor''s degree or equivalent experience - ideally within Mechanical or Electrical Engineering 2+ years'' of experience in related role Required Skills and Interests Strong selling and influencing skills Strong communication and time management skills Excellent written and spoken English Strong communication and time management skills A genuine interest in engineering and designing solutions Preferred Skills Experience in the industrial automation sector Remuneration Base between 40-50k with an OTE of 100k