501 Automation Sales jobs in the United Kingdom

Location: South West (GL/MP postcode areas preferred, with good motorway access)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Our client provides automation and fluid control solutions for factory and laboratory applications. Their main markets include automotive, food & beverage, packaging, and life sciences . As a global market leader, they offer cutting-edge products, solutions, and support that make a real impact.

We're looking for a driven and engaging Sales Consultant to grow business across the South West region. You'll be focused on machine and device manufacturers, working with senior management, engineers, and supply chain teams to deliver value-led solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Meeting or exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets

• Building and executing a regional sales plan

• Developing relationships and understanding customer needs

• Promoting value propositions and solutions to new and existing clients

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and markets

• Collaborating with distributor sales partners

• Maintaining accurate sales activity records in CRM

We're looking for someone with drive, competitiveness, and excellent people skills . If you're motivated to win, love building relationships, and are always looking for a better way of doing things, you'll fit right in.

• Sales experience is preferred, ideally with a technical or engineering background , but attitude and motivation are more important.

• If you don't tick every box but believe you've got what it takes-we still want to hear from you.

• Extensive sales, product, and application training.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • 42K-46K

  • Pension

  • Life assurance

  • Retail discounts

  • 25 days holiday + holiday purchase scheme

  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme

• A supportive, inclusive culture that welcomes diverse perspectives

• A company committed to sustainable development and future-focused innovation

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Location: South West (GL/MP postcode areas preferred, with good motorway access)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Our client provides automation and fluid control solutions for factory and laboratory applications. Their main markets include automotive, food & beverage, packaging, and life sciences . As a global market leader, they offer cutting-edge products, solutions, and support that make a real impact.

We're looking for a driven and engaging Sales Consultant to grow business across the South West region. You'll be focused on machine and device manufacturers, working with senior management, engineers, and supply chain teams to deliver value-led solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Meeting or exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets

• Building and executing a regional sales plan

• Developing relationships and understanding customer needs

• Promoting value propositions and solutions to new and existing clients

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and markets

• Collaborating with distributor sales partners

• Maintaining accurate sales activity records in CRM

We're looking for someone with drive, competitiveness, and excellent people skills . If you're motivated to win, love building relationships, and are always looking for a better way of doing things, you'll fit right in.

• Sales experience is preferred, ideally with a technical or engineering background , but attitude and motivation are more important.

• If you don't tick every box but believe you've got what it takes-we still want to hear from you.

• Extensive sales, product, and application training.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • 42K-46K

  • Pension

  • Life assurance

  • Retail discounts

  • 25 days holiday + holiday purchase scheme

  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme

• A supportive, inclusive culture that welcomes diverse perspectives

• A company committed to sustainable development and future-focused innovation

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Imagine this: You'll be working with industry leaders in automotive, food & beverage, packaging, and life sciences, providing them with cutting-edge automation and fluid control solutions. Your contributions will directly impact their efficiency, productivity, and innovation.

We're seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Regional Sales Consultant to join our expanding team and drive growth within the vibrant manufacturing sector of the Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key player in a company that enables the creation of everything from everyday consumer goods to cutting-edge technological advancements.

Are you the perfect fit?

• Do you possess a relentless drive to achieve and exceed targets?
• Are you a natural communicator, capable of building rapport with people from all walks of life?
• Do you have a problem-solving mindset and a desire to continuously improve?
• Are you ready to embrace a challenge and make a real difference?

If you answered "yes," then you're exactly the type of person we're looking for.

Your Role:

As a Regional Sales Consultant, you'll be responsible for:

• Driving business growth within the Midlands' machine and device manufacturing sector.
• Building strong relationships with senior management, supply chain professionals, and engineers.
• Developing and executing strategic sales plans to achieve and surpass targets.
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities and markets.
• Promoting our innovative solutions and corporate value propositions.
• Collaborating effectively with distributor sales partners.
• Maintained accurate sales records using our CRM system.

What We're Looking For:

• While sales experience and an engineering-based technical qualification is advantageous, your attitude and drive are paramount. But if you come from an automated sales background, we want to hear from you. 
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach.
• A passion for innovation and continuous learning.
• Must live within the Midlands postcodes; ST, CW, CH and LL with quick access to motorway networks.

What is on Offer:

• Salary - £42-£46k 
• Comprehensive sales, product, and application training, both in the classroom and in the field.
• A competitive salary and an attractive commission scheme.
• A company car with a fuel card.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including life assurance, private medical cover, 25 days holiday (plus holiday purchase scheme), and a salary sacrifice personal pension plan.
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainable development.
• The opportunity to work with a market leader.

The Company: 

• p>The company is a well-known manufacturer within the Automation industry and Process Control sectors. 

• They offer fantastic career progression opportunities and are present in over 70 countries and employ over 5,000 staff worldwide. 

• Market leader in Industry 4.0. 

• Full manufacturer training is provided, on state of the art process instrumentation.  

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• Rare opportunity to join a market leader in a senior sales role. 

Benefits of the Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

£70k basic salary 

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• £84k OTE 

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• Fully expensed company car 

• Pension 

• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday’s 

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• Laptop 

• Mobile 

The Role of Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

Tasked with strategically growing the food and beverage sales across the UK.  

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• This is a high-profile role that will be responsible for coordinating projects and being the “go-to” person in the sales team. 

• Identifying large end user business within key food and beverage manufacturing sectors. 

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• Regular travel and overnight stays within the UK plus occasional international travel will be required.  

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• An industry sector with huge potential makes this a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career with a worldclass employer. 

The Ideal Person for the Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

Ideally educated to a minimum of ONC/HNC standard 

• You should possess a strong knowledge of process automation and the food and beverage sector. 

• Gravitas and knowledge of key customers. 

• Willing to work with the wider sales team on niche applications and projects. 

If you think the role of Sales Specialist – Process Automation is for you, apply now! 

Consultant: Darren Wrigley 

Email: (url removed) 

Tel no. (phone number removed) 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

About On Target 

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally. 

The Company: 

• p>The company is a well-known manufacturer within the Automation industry and Process Control sectors. 

• They offer fantastic career progression opportunities and are present in over 70 countries and employ over 5,000 staff worldwide. 

• Market leader in Industry 4.0. 

• Full manufacturer training is provided, on state of the art process instrumentation.  

  /li>

• Rare opportunity to join a market leader in a senior sales role. 

Benefits of the Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

£70k basic salary 

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• £84k OTE 

  /li>

• Fully expensed company car 

• Pension 

• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday’s 

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• Laptop 

• Mobile 

The Role of Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

Tasked with strategically growing the food and beverage sales across the UK.  

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• This is a high-profile role that will be responsible for coordinating projects and being the “go-to” person in the sales team. 

• Identifying large end user business within key food and beverage manufacturing sectors. 

• Technical guru for flow, level, pressure instrumentation projects.  

  /li>

• Regular travel and overnight stays within the UK plus occasional international travel will be required.  

  /li>

• An industry sector with huge potential makes this a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career with a worldclass employer. 

The Ideal Person for the Sales Specialist – Process Automation 

Ideally educated to a minimum of ONC/HNC standard 

• You should possess a strong knowledge of process automation and the food and beverage sector. 

• Gravitas and knowledge of key customers. 

• Willing to work with the wider sales team on niche applications and projects. 

If you think the role of Sales Specialist – Process Automation is for you, apply now! 

Consultant: Darren Wrigley 

Email: (url removed) 

Tel no. (phone number removed) 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

About On Target 

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally. 

John Charles Search is recruiting on behalf of a global leader in autonomous mobile robotics (AMRs) for warehousing and intralogistics. With thousands of systems deployed worldwide and a rapidly growing European presence, our client is transforming material handling with advanced automation technologies.

We are seeking a Sales Engineer to join the UK team. This role blends technical pre-sales expertise with customer engagement, supporting the business development cycle across the UK and broader EMEA region. The successful candidate will serve as the front-line technical contact for prospective clients, helping design and deliver tailored AMR solutions that address customer challenges.

This is a remote position , requiring travel to client sites (~50%) and occasional visits to European offices.

Package : £45000 - £65000 + Comms & benefits

Key Responsibilities

• p>Pre-Sales Engagement: Lead technical discussions with customers, understanding operational challenges and demonstrating how AMR solutions can add value.

• Solution Qualification: Assess customer requirements, sites, and workflows to ensure solution feasibility and commercial fit.

• Collaboration with Engineering Teams: Work closely with European and global solution engineering groups to develop customized system designs.

• Proposal Support: Assist in the preparation of technical proposals, RFQ/RFP responses, and solution documentation.

• Customer Relationship Management: Act as a trusted advisor, building long-term relationships with key accounts.

Candidate Profile

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Automation, Robotics, or related field.

• Experience:

  • 3–7 years in sales engineering, pre-sales, or technical consulting within automation, robotics, or intralogistics.

  • Strong understanding of warehouse automation processes.

• Technical Skills:

  • Knowledge of AMR systems and automation workflows.

  • Familiarity with CAD; exposure to Python or other scripting languages is a plus

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary with performance-based bonus scheme.

• Remote flexibility with international exposure.

• Opportunity to play a key role in the rapid expansion of a global robotics leader in Europe.

• Collaborative and innovative environment working with cutting-edge automation technology.

• Travel opportunities across the UK and Europe.

Are you a driven and technically minded sales professional with a passion for delivering high-value engineering solutions? We’re looking for a Sales Engineer to join a growing team, helping solve complex challenges through bespoke technical services.
 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience selling engineering services, who thrives in a consultative, client-facing role and enjoys working across multiple departments to deliver tailored solutions.
 

The role:
 

• Building strong relationships with existing clients through regular communication and site visits
li>Identifying new business opportunities and converting leads into long-term partnerships
• Attend industry events, networking events, trade shows etc. to promote business and gain leads
• Collaborating with internal teams including Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure seamless service delivery
• Managing enquiries and quotations, ensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and commercial viability
• Conducting market analysis to identify growth areas and target accounts.
• Supporting forecasting and strategic planning through client insights and data reporting

Experience/skills:
 

li>Proven experience in selling technical or engineering services li>Strong commercial awareness and ability to price services competitively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and credible approach
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Familiarity with quality systems and project-based environments
• Engineering qualification preferred but not essential
• Happy to travel to meet with prospective clients

If this sounds like an ideal opportunity please apply for immediate consideration.

• 40,000 - 45,000 (60,000 OTE)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Remote or Hybrid working
• Bonus / commission
• Pension
• Plus, additional benefits

• Working remotely, meet with customers throughout the UK to develop new business opportunities, selling CNC machined components that are tailored to the specification of the customer.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to accurately understand customer requirements.
• Manage a sales pipeline through a CRM system from lead generation to the closing sale.
• Attend exhibitions and tradeshows to promote services.
• Build and nurture relationships with new and current customers to increase sales.
• Reporting to the Sales Manager.

• Prior experience selling CNC machined components is advantageous however we are open to applicants who have sold other precision products or components such as cutting tools, machine tools, workholding solutions, machining accessories, tooling accessories or similar.
• A technical background as a CNC machinist, setter, operator or similar.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to meet with customers throughout the UK when required.
• Ideally located in the North West of England or the Midlands.

Sales Engineer

up to 55,000

Yolk Recruitment is exclusively supporting this exciting opportunity for a Sales Engineer to join a leading manufacturing and engineering business.

If you're a technically minded professional with a background in engineering and coatings, and you enjoy solving customer problems, supporting complex projects, and driving process improvements, this could be the perfect opportunity.

You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining strong technical relationships with clients, supporting enquiries through the full project lifecycle, and helping shape the company's growth through technically led business development. This is an excellent chance to join a highly skilled team in an innovative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong technical relationships with both new and existing customers through regular communication and site visits.
• Act as a key liaison between customers and internal departments (engineering, production, quality) to ensure the successful delivery of services and projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with the company's technical capabilities, including generating high-quality enquiries and engaging with key decision-makers.
• Analyse customer feedback, monitor performance trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and process customer enquiries efficiently, producing accurate and competitive quotations in collaboration with internal teams.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and inform commercial and technical strategy.
• Ensure a smooth handover of projects from enquiry through to production, maintaining documentation and supporting internal systems and processes.
• Maintain a strong understanding of quality standards and specifications, supporting internal and customer quality requirements throughout the sales and production process.

And this is what you'll need:

• Background in Engineering.
• Experience working within a similar role.

And this is what you'll get:

• Competitive salary.
• Car allowance.
• Bonus.

If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this Sales Engineer role apply now by sending your CV or calling me directly on (phone number removed)

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