Semiconductor Sales Manager

Job description

Area Sales Manager – South UK

An established global manufacturer of electronic components is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to drive growth across the South UK region.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused sales professional with experience in the electronics industry to develop strategic customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and grow market share within a defined territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory.
• Deliver technical product presentations and support customers with product selection and application discussions.
• Manage and grow a sales pipeline to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Work closely with internal technical and commercial teams to ensure excellent customer support and satisfaction.
• Develop territory plans and execute strategic sales initiatives.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, market intelligence, and activity reporting through CRM systems.
• Collaborate with channel partners and distribution networks to maximise market coverage.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in sales, account management, or business development within the electronics industry.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Technical understanding of electronic components and related technologies.
• Experience working with OEMs, EMS providers, distributors, or design engineering teams would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of achieving sales objectives.
• Experience using CRM systems and sales reporting tools.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel extensively throughout the South UK region.

Qualifications

• Ideally but not essential is a Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• Previous experience in Semiconductors,/passive compenent sales or electronic component distribution/manufacturing is essential.

What's on Offer

• Home-based role with a well-established international organisation.
• Opportunity to manage and develop a key sales territory.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career development within a growing business.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

15-06-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English