International Sales Manager
UK-based (Chessington / Remote) | Competitive salary + 20% bonus | Full-time, permanent
Our client is a leading maritime technology business, supplying bridge electronics, navigation, communication and connectivity systems — plus the technical service and maintenance support that keeps commercial vessels running reliably. They're part of a major international maritime group, so you get the backing of a global name with the feel of a close-knit UK team.
They're now looking for an International Sales Manager with strong connections in commercial shipping. This is predominantly a new business role, selling a mix of service contracts, bridge equipment and solutions to shipowners and ship managers across the UK, Scandinavia and potentially further afield. Expect around 50% travel visiting prospects and clients. You can be based anywhere in the UK with easy rail access to central London and a main airport.
What you'll be doing
- Winning new logo customers — shipowners and ship managers in commercial shipping (not yachts)
- Opening doors through prospecting, networking, industry events, referrals and strategic partnerships
- Selling a mix of service and maintenance contracts, bridge electronics equipment, upgrades, retrofits and solutions
- Building and managing a strong sales pipeline across the UK, Scandinavia and wider international markets
- Visiting prospects and clients — around 50% of your time on the road
- Leading presentations, proposals, tenders, commercial discussions and contract negotiations
- Developing existing accounts alongside your new business focus
What we’re looking for
- A background in bridge electronics, navigation, communications or marine technology
- 5+ years' experience in a similar sales role within the maritime industry
- Established connections with shipowners and ship managers in commercial shipping
- A track record winning new business and selling service contracts or recurring revenue agreements
- A good understanding of vessel operations and maritime regulations
- Happy to travel around 50% of the time, across the UK, Scandinavia and beyond
- Clear communicator, customer-focused, proactive and comfortable working under pressure
- A valid passport and driving licence
- Based within easy reach of a train to central London and a main airport
- The right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship, now or in the future
What’s in it for you
- Competitive salary plus 20% bonus
- Pension, private healthcare and life insurance
- Remote or hybrid working — anywhere in the UK with good rail and airport links
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning and an in-house training academy
- Real career development within an industry-leading international group
- Full-time, permanent role reporting to the General Manager
If you know the commercial shipping market and love winning new business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today, or get in touch with Abbi for a confidential chat.
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