Sales Manager

Sales Manager - Aerospace Portsmouth, UK (On-site) DART Aerospace – F.P.T. Industries Ltd Full-time | Permanent About Us F.P.T. Industries Ltd, part of DART Aerospace, is a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, delivering mission-critical equipment for commercial and defense sectors.

We operate in a high-performance environment driven by quality, reliability, and operational excellence . The Opportunity We are looking for a Sales Manager who combines execution capability with leadership potential . This is not a traditional sales role.

You will: Own customer relationships end-to-end Influence commercial strategy Drive business growth initiatives Position yourself for a future leadership role You step into a role with visibility, autonomy, and direct impact on revenue. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities and convert leads into long-term partnerships Manage key customer accounts from first contact to contract execution Lead pricing strategy, negotiations, and deal structuring Collaborate cross-functionally (Sales, Engineering, Operations, Finance) Contribute to strategic growth initiatives beyond day-to-day sales Conduct quarterly business reviews with key customers Manage order pipeline, backlog, and delivery alignment Influence internal and external stakeholders to drive results What We’re Looking For Core Requirements Experience in sales / business development / account management Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills Solid understanding of pricing, margins, and commercial risk Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Results-driven mindset with strong ownership Preferred Aerospace or technical industry exposure Experience working cross-functionally Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities Leadership potential (future team management) Profile We Value Hands-on and execution-focused Commercially sharp with strong business judgment Able to operate in a fast-paced, manufacturing-driven environment Comfortable influencing without formal authority What You’ll Get Clear career path into leadership Exposure to aerospace OEM & defense markets High-impact role with direct business visibility Competitive compensation + benefits 9-day working fortnight (every other Friday off) Why Join DART Aerospace Global aerospace player with strong growth trajectory Mission-critical products used worldwide Entrepreneurial culture with real accountability Apply If you are ready to move beyond transactional sales and own business growth end-to-end , apply now.