Technical Sales Manager

Company description

About the Company NOV WEFS is a leading manufacturer of high-performance FRP composite and thermoplastic piping, tanks, manholes, pumping stations and project solutions, supporting industrial, municipal, and infrastructure markets. As part of NOVs global Energy Production Solutions division, we combine engineering expertise with manufacturing excellence to deliver reliable, high-quality, and sustainable solutions that support long-term customer success.

What We Offer

• A high-impact role focused on market development and business growth
• Direct collaboration with Sales Director and VP Global Sales
• Opportunity to shape and expand NOV WEFS position in the UK Utilities sector
• Career development within a global engineering organisation
• Flexible remote working environment
• A strong safety-first and collaborative culture

Job description

About the Role

NOV WEFS, part of the Energy Production Solutions division of NOV, is seeking a driven and technically capable Technical Sales Manager to develop and grow our presence within the UK Water Utilities sector. This is a front-line, customer-facing sales role focused on winning new business, expanding market share, and building long-term relationships across utilities, contractors, and engineering partners. Working closely with the Sales Director and VP Global Sales, you will play a key role in strengthening NOV WEFS position within this strategic market through proactive business development, technical engagement, and market-focused sales activity.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow NOV WEFS footprint within the UK Water Utilities sector
• Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities through proactive sales activity
• Build strong relationships with utilities, contractors, consultants, and specifiers
• Deliver technical presentations, product training, and specification support
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to quotation, negotiation, and deal closure
• Grow existing accounts while actively developing new customers and market opportunities
• Maintain and manage a strong pipeline using CRM systems (Dynamics 365)
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including engineering, estimating, and customer service
• Provide market intelligence, competitor insights, and customer feedback to support business strategy
• Represent NOV WEFS at industry meetings, site visits, and sector events
• Travel across the UK as required
• Promote and adhere to NOVs QHSE standards and safety-first culture

Qualifications Skills

Essential: Experience in technical sales, business development, or account management Background in utilities, construction, infrastructure, or related sectors Proven ability to win new business and grow market presence Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills Results-driven with strong commercial awareness Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools

Desirable: Experience working with UK water utilities or pipeline systems Knowledge of thermoplastics, FRP, or piping solutions Engineering or technical qualification Exposure to ERP systems or structured sales planning processes

Interpersonal Skills

• Self-motivated with a proactive, hunter mindset
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Confident engaging with both technical and commercial stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically
• Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach

What we offer

Location: Office-based or Remote (Flexible Working Available)

Why Join Us

Join our Global Family

• Be part of a globally recognised engineering organisation delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions
• Play a key role in shaping growth within a strategic and expanding sector
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Contribute to impactful projects that support essential water and infrastructure services across the UK

Health Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance Protection

• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Coverage

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)

• Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Partner Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Retail Vouchers
• Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme