Sales Manager – UK Government & Defence

Holt Executive has partnered with a leading global connectivity provider, offering services to a global customer base, across maritime, enterprise, defence & government sectors. Our partner is seeking a Sales Manager – UK Government & Defence who will be responsible for generating new business and managing existing accounts within the UK Government and Defence sectors. This role involves promoting a holistic range of products and solutions, actively seeking new opportunities, and ensuring alignment with future market needs. Key responsibilities, skills, and experience for the Sales Manager – UK Government & Defence: - Develop and execute strategies to market and sell products and services to new and existing customers. - Manage new sales enquiries, coordinating closely with the Group Sales Director. - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships across all levels with assigned customers. - Collaborate with the Business Development and Technical Services teams to enhance service delivery and product offerings. - Provide dedicated sales support to key customers, ensuring timely follow-ups on all sales and service requests to maximize customer retention. - Prepare accurate quotations in line with company guidelines. - Maintain a comprehensive awareness of market conditions and customer activities. - Keep the sales database updated with new leads and quotes. - Create and update strategic account plans for key customers and territories. - Prepare sales budgets, forecasts, and detailed reports on market and sales activities as needed. - Ensure timely issuance and signing of contracts and purchase orders to meet customer delivery timelines. - Participate in and contribute to market initiatives to enhance customer awareness of offerings and generate new leads. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product portfolio to effectively promote all offerings. - Engage in additional sales-related initiatives such as exhibitions and seminars as required. Key requirements for the Sales Manager – UK Government & Defence: - Eligibility for SC security clearance within the UK. - Profound knowledge of maritime NAVCOM solutions and a strong commercial awareness. - Flexibility in work hours and willingness to travel extensively. - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently. - Able to confidently present to engineering teams as well as C-suite executives. If your qualifications and experience align with this Sales Manager – UK Government & Defence opportunity, we encourage you to submit your CV to info@holtexecutive.com for consideration.