Technical Area Sales Manager

Company DescriptionWe are ready to try something new. Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below. Are you? Together with 7,300 colleagues at 49 locations in over 20 countries, we are the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food industries.

With streamlined processes, innovative technologies, and efficient solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. Among other examples, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that pharmaceuticals are produced reliably and in compliance with regulations.

We even help package your favorite chocolate and snacks quickly and with high precision. We at Kliklok, a Syntegon company based in Bristol, UK, have been a global leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 50 years, serving industries such as bakery, snack, cereal, frozen and refrigerated foods, and confectionery.

We design, manufacture, and deliver innovative cartoners, sleevers, and handling equipment worldwide, supported by our trusted global partners and dedicated service. Become part of our team and apply now! Job DescriptionThe role focuses on growing sales of Kliklok packaging machinery across assigned EMEA markets.

Strong customer relationships and tailored technical solutions will support this growth. Develop and implement sales plans for France, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Portugal and the Middle East. Manage existing customer relationships and develop new business opportunities.

Advise customers on technical solutions and deliver product demonstrations. Work with engineering and product development teams to address customer needs. Represent Kliklok at trade fairs, customer meetings and industry events.

Monitor market developments and competitor activity to identify sales opportunities. This role requires international travel for approximately 50% of your working time. QualificationsWhat You BringProven experience in technical sales, preferably within industrial machinery, automation or packaging technology.

A bachelor's degree in engineering, business or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Confident communication in English. German, French, Spanish, Portuguese or Dutch is an advantage. Experience with customer relationship management systems and sales tools.

Clear presentation skills and confidence in customer negotiations. A valid driving licence and willingness to travel internationallyCandidates should be based within the EMEA region. The position follows an agreed hybrid-working arrangement connected to our Bristol site.

Additional InformationWe believe work should be both rewarding and enjoyable. You'll be part of an open-minded, supportive team where collaboration, growth, and new ideas are encouraged. Alongside this, we offer a competitive package of benefits to help you thrive both at work and in your personal life: Competitive salary25 days holiday per year + public holidays increasing to 28 after 5 years' serviceChristmas shutdown periodSimply Health Medical Cashback planPension Scheme with Aviva; ER contribution 4%, EE contribution 5% (min)Life Assurance benefit of 7 x annual salary (Provided by Yu-Life)Cycle to work/Tech Scheme (once passed probation)Discretionary company bonus scheme linked to company performanceTo ensure the protection of your personal data, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively through our online applicant management system — we're unable to consider applications sent by email or post.

To ensure the protection of your personal data, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively through our online applicant management system — we're unable to consider applications sent by email or post. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: SalesExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

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