Area Technical Sales Manager

Syntegon Technology GmbH; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in packaging solutions is seeking an Area Technical Sales Manager in Bristol to develop sales strategies and build customer relationships. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and strong technical sales experience. Responsibilities include product demonstrations, customer engagement, and market trend monitoring. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular reviews

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance of 7 x annual salary

Medical cashback plan

Income protection after 2 years

Cycle to Work and Tech schemes

Wellbeing support

Friendly social culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical sales.
• Ability to quickly understand complex products.
• Communicative and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Deliver product demonstrations and translate specifications.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Excellent presentation skills

Negotiation skills

CRM systems knowledge

Fluency in English

Fluency in German or French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

We are ready to try something new. Are you?

Together with 6,900 colleagues worldwide, we are the strategic partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech and food industries. With seamless processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. For example, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that tablets can fully release their active ingredients. Your favorite chocolate and snacks are also sustainably packaged with our help. Apply now and become part of our team.

We at Kliklok, a Syntegon company based in Bristol, UK, have been a global leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 50 years, serving industries such as bakery, snack, cereal, frozen and refrigerated foods, and confectionery. We design, manufacture, and deliver innovative cartoners, sleevers, and handling equipment worldwide, supported by our trusted global partners and dedicated service.

Area Technical Sales Manager

Your duties

We are looking for a driven Area Technical Sales Manager who thrives on spotting commercial opportunities and advising customers with expert technical knowledge. In this role, you will be responsible for growing and managing your territory, working closely with both customers and internal teams. You have a keen eye for new opportunities, provide tailored technical solutions, and represent our company at trade fairs and industry events. Your key responsibilities are:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while actively acquiring new clients.
• Deliver product demonstrations and translate technical specifications into customer-focused solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and product development teams to translate customer feedback into improvements.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify and seize opportunities.

Your profile

You hold a bachelor’s degree (preferably in Engineering, Business, or a related field) and have proven experience in technical sales. With strong technical insight, you quickly understand complex products and can present them convincingly. You are communicative, results-oriented, and skilled at setting the right priorities, and you also have:

• Experience with CRM systems and sales tools.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in English, plus a second language, preferably German or French.
• Due to the nature of this role, we are looking for candidates located in the EMEA region.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Bristol and surrounding regions.

More information

At Syntegon, you’ll have the space to grow and make an impact. You’ll work in an international environment with an informal culture and plenty of opportunities to develop yourself.

We believe work should be both rewarding and enjoyable. You’ll be part of an open-minded, supportive team where collaboration, growth, and new ideas are encouraged. Alongside this, we offer a competitive package of benefits to help you thrive both at work and in your personal life:

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays to recharge
• Generous pension scheme with Aviva
• Life assurance of 7 x annual salary for peace of mind
• Simply Health medical cashback plan for everyday healthcare costs
• Income protection after 2 years’ service
• Cycle to Work and Tech schemes to make life easier
• Wellbeing support through Everymind at Work
• A friendly, social culture with regular activities and the chance to grow your career in a global company with a local spirit

How to apply

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