Technical Account Manager

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Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Drive growth as an Automotive Technical Account Manager, combining strong technical expertise with commercial acumen to support OEMs and Tier 1/2 suppliers with high-performance sealing solutions.

We are a leading provider of advanced sealing solutions, supplying precision-engineered products to demanding sectors including Automotive, Defence, Oil & Gas, Renewables, and Medical. We work in close partnership with customers to deliver solutions that meet the highest standards of performance, validation, and quality.

As Automotive Technical Account Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales growth within the automotive sector, while also managing a select portfolio of non-automotive accounts. This role requires a balance of technical consultation, relationship management, and strategic sales development.

• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the automotive sector
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue and growth targets
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation through to contract negotiation and closure
• Provide technical consultation on sealing products, materials, and applications
• Support customers through design, validation, testing, and production phases
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with OEMs and Tier 1/2 suppliers
• Conduct regular customer visits to understand requirements and identify upselling opportunities
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback
• Contribute to product development strategy through market and customer insight
• Prepare sales forecasts, reports, and performance analysis for senior management
• Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards

We offer a supportive and professional working environment where expertise is valued and continuous development is encouraged. In return for your commitment, you can expect:

• Competitive salary package with performance-related bonus
• Company car
• Private medical insurance
• Company support for travel and customer engagement
• Opportunity to work with innovative, high-performance products
• Exposure to major automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
• Long-term career development within a growing, technically focused business

You are a commercially driven technical sales professional with a strong background in automotive and engineered products.

• HNC (or equivalent) in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in technical sales, ideally within sealing solutions or a related engineering sector
• Strong technical understanding of sealing technologies, materials, and applications
• Experience working with automotive OEMs and Tier 1/2 suppliers
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with a strong drive to achieve sales targets
• Ability to build long-term customer relationships at multiple organisational levels
• Willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK and overseas