Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales Manager / Business Development Manager - Fire Protection - South England

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Regional Sales Manager / Business Development Manager - Fire Protection
South England | Permanent | Field-based

If you've built your career around technical sales within fire protection, sprinkler systems or pumps and know how to develop contractor relationships and turn project opportunities into sales, this is a role with genuine scope.

We're recruiting for an established international engineering manufacturer looking for a Regional Sales Manager / Business Development Manager to grow its Fire Protection business across the South of England.

You'll work with sprinkler contractors, fire protection installers, consultants and other project stakeholders to develop new business, strengthen existing relationships and increase sales of fire pump packages across commercial, industrial, logistics and data centre projects.

The role will also involve developing the market opportunity for Multi-Stage Multi-Outlet (MSMO) pump solutions, identifying potential customers and helping establish a platform for future growth in the UK.

What you'll be doing
Develop and deliver a territory sales plan to grow fire pump sales across Southern England
Identify and win new business with sprinkler contractors, fire protection installers and relevant industry partners
Build and maintain relationships with existing customers while developing new accounts
Identify fire pump opportunities across commercial, industrial, logistics and data centre developments
Develop relationships with consultants, contractors and key project stakeholders to influence specifications and purchasing decisions
Promote fire pump packages and technical solutions to contractors and installers
Identify and develop market opportunities for Multi-Stage Multi-Outlet (MSMO) pump solutions
Research potential MSMO applications, target customers and future project opportunities
Work with internal technical and engineering teams to develop suitable fire pump solutions
Manage customer enquiries, quotations and commercial discussions through to order
Provide technical and commercial support throughout the sales process
Monitor competitor activity, market trends and customer requirements
Maintain an accurate CRM pipeline, sales forecasts and territory activity reports
Collaborate with internal sales, technical and service teams to ensure strong customer support
Represent the business at customer meetings, project discussions and relevant industry events
What we're looking for
The Regional Sales Manager / Business Development Manager will need proven technical sales or business development experience within fire protection, sprinkler systems, pumps or a closely related engineering market.

You should also have:
A track record of developing new business and building relationships with contractors and installers
Experience selling technical products or engineered solutions into fire protection applications
Understanding of fire pump systems, sprinkler installations or associated pumping equipment
Experience working with sprinkler contractors, fire protection installers, consultants or project stakeholders
Ability to identify project opportunities and develop them through quotation, negotiation and order
Strong commercial awareness and confidence discussing technical requirements with customers
Experience managing a sales territory and developing new customer accounts
Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
Ability to work with engineering and technical teams to develop customer solutions
Confidence managing sales pipelines, forecasts and CRM systems
A proactive, self-motivated approach to developing business and increasing market share
Willingness to travel regularly across Southern England
Knowledge of BS EN 12845, LPCB, FM approvals or relevant UK fire protection standards would be advantageous.
Experience with wet riser systems, Multi-Stage Multi-Outlet (MSMO) pumps or fire protection projects within data centres, industrial facilities and logistics developments would also be beneficial.

The role
Territory: South England
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Field-based with regular customer and project visits
Sector: Fire Protection / Sprinkler Systems / Pumps
Reporting to: Fire Sales Lead, UK & Central Europe

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Regional Sales Manager or Business Development Manager who understands the fire protection market and enjoys developing contractor relationships, identifying new projects and growing a territory.

You'll be joining an established international engineering manufacturer with a recognised presence in fluid-flow technology and the opportunity to play a key role in expanding its fire protection business across Southern England. xwzovoh

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