Job Title: Sales Manager – North America Location: Portchester, UK (with regular travel to North America) Salary: Competitive basic, with excellent benefits and generous performance-based bonus scheme About DD-Scientific DD-Scientific is a leading manufacturer of gas sensors for air quality, industrial safety, automotive, and medical applications.
We're known for our technical expertise and dedication to quality, and we're passionate about delivering products that protect lives and improve the environment.
Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Manager to drive our North American sales strategy.
This pivotal role is based out of our in Portchester, Hampshire, UK with regular travel to the United States and Canada (approximately 1–2 weeks per month).
Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, you will be responsible for expanding our customer base and achieving sales targets within the North American region.
Your primary goal will be to foster and develop key relationships with OEM customers throughout the US and Canada, ensuring DD-Scientific's continued growth and success in this market.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue and growth targets for the North American market.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities with both new and existing customers in North America.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, understanding client needs to deliver value-driven solutions.
- Conduct face-to-face sales meetings with customers and prospects, promoting DD-Scientific products and services.
- Collaborate with internal teams including marketing, product development, and customer support to ensure an optimal customer experience.
- Analyse market trends and competitor activities to keep our offering competitive and relevant.
- Manage and report on sales pipeline and forecasting to the Sales & Marketing Director.
- Represent DD-Scientific at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences within North America.
Required Experience & Skills - 5+ years of technical sales experience within the sensor, instrumentation, or electronic component sectors.
- 2+ years of proven experience in face-to-face sales within overseas territories, ideally with a focus on North America and / or Canada - Degree or equivalent in technical discipline.
- Strong knowledge of the North American market and an understanding of regional customer dynamics and requirements.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a technical sales environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence key stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of self-motivation and accountability.
Preferred - Experience of the Industrial Safety, Medical, Emissions or HVAC sectors.
Additional Information - This role is based in our Portchester, UK office, with typical travel split of 2–3 weeks in the UK Office and 1–2 weeks in North America each month.
- DD-Scientific offers a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work environment, and a bonus scheme geared towards driving and rewarding growth.
- Hours: Full time - Competitive salary package - Generous performance-based bonus scheme - Pension scheme - 25 days of annual leave (+ public holidays) How to Apply If you're passionate about driving growth and building relationships in North America and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you!
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role using the form below.
No agencies please.