Engineering Operations & Sales Director
Location: Ipswich

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Sales Director with a strong background in Engineering, Strategy and Operations to drive UK /international growth. The successful candidate will lead a small team’s strategy and development of new business, implement strategy, and manage global relationships with customers and agents, ensuring the clients portfolio continues to expand its worldwide presence.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, manage, and implement global sales and business development strategies within an Engineering / Capital Equipment environment
- Direct the team to Identify, generate, and pursue new business opportunities.
- Build and maintain long‑term client relationships, interpreting and responding to customer needs.
- Manage and develop relationships.
- Deliver accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reporting, and market analysis.
- Lead, coach, and manage Business Development team members, setting clear objectives and driving high performance.
- Organise representation for the company at international trade fairs and exhibitions, showcasing product range and expertise.




- Collaborate with internal technical and engineering teams to deliver customer‑focused solutions.

Person Specification / Requirements

You will have:

- Proven sales experience in the engineering industry (essential).
- Demonstrable track record selling technical, capital equipment (machinery, systems, or industrial equipment).
- Experience managing sales teams.
- Strong drive, ambition, and results focused approach to deliver sales growth.
- Operational Management experience
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship building skills.
- Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, from operators to senior decision makers.
- Valid passport and willingness to travel internationally as required.

What We Offer

- A senior leadership role within a respected UK based Engineering company who develop and build both the machinery and control systems.
- The prospect to shape and drive sales strategy and operations in a Director level role
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- International travel and exposure to global markets and customers

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📌 Engineering Operations & Sales Director (City of Ipswich)
🏢 Cooper Lomaz
📍 City of Ipswich