Sales Manager - Water & Wastewater (Data Centre/ HVAC)

JOB DESCRIPTIONSales Manager UK & IrelandPurpose of the Role:Responsible for leading sales operations in UK & Ireland, including developing strategic key accounts. The role involves building and implementing a structured sales process, driving revenue growth, and managing long-cycle technical sales projects in the industrial and municipal water treatment sectors. The Sales Manager will report directly to the European headquarters and play a key role in the company’s ambitious expansion strategy.Areas of Responsibility and Authority:Manage sales activities across countries.Develop new markets and customer segments, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.Maintain and expand relationships with existing customers.Engage with engineers, technicians, technical managers, buyers, and purchasing managers.Lead complex, long-term sales cycles and large-scale projects in both municipal and industrial sectors.Work with various customer types, including end users, distributors, OEMs, and engineering firms.Build and implement a structured sales process from lead generation to deal closure.Operate direct and indirect sales channels (e.g., through distributors and partners).Collaborate with marketing teams and contribute to corporate branding, PR, and marketing initiatives.Deliver efficient, innovative, and cost-effective technical solutions to customers.Utilize CRM systems (SAP is an advantage) to manage customer interactions and pipelines.Align with the European Leadership team and the VP EMEA to define goals and strategy.Business travelling at least 50% of the time.Required Traits and Work Style:At least 5 years of relevant experience in filtration, water treatment, or technical industrial sales.An engineering background or strong technical understanding is an advantage.In-depth knowledge of municipal and industrial market segments (e.g., water treatment, chemicals, food, pharma, plastics).Proven ability to manage and grow key accounts, with strong negotiation skills at all levels.Experience with complex sales models involving direct customers and third-party channels.Experience selling into Data Centre and or HVAC.High presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical and commercial messages clearly.Independent, proactive, and reliable, with a high sense of responsibility.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and flexibility in a dynamic environment.Team player with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.Highly motivated, with a strong customer orientation and a “sense of urgency” mindset.Familiarity with CRM tools; SAP experience is a plus.Advantage for candidates from relevant competitors (e.g., Eaton, Vortisand, Filtrex, Hydac, Boll & Kirch), or companies in filtration, water treatment, pumps, or hydraulic systems with high technical value products.

Created: 2025-10-14