Join ELTAKO Driving the Future of Smart Building Technology in the UK
ELTAKO is one of Europe's leading manufacturers of intelligent building control, energy management and Smart Home solutions. For more than 75 years, we have been developing innovative products that make buildings smarter, more energy-efficient and easier to manage.
As we continue to expand our presence in the UK, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven UK Sales Manager to play a pivotal role in our growth journey. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but rapidly growing team with ambitious growth plans and the backing of a well-established international business.
If you have experience working with, selling to, or developing relationships within the electrical wholesaler market, particularly on a national basis, and are passionate about growing brands and delivering commercial success, we'd like to hear from you.
The Role
Reporting directly to the UK Country Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that increase ELTAKO's market presence, strengthen our brand awareness, and drive sustainable revenue growth within the UK.
This role combines new business development with strategic account management and offers significant autonomy to shape ELTAKO's future success in the UK market.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a UK sales strategy focused on sustainable growth and market expansion.
- Increase ELTAKO's visibility, brand awareness and market penetration across the electrical industry.
- Build, maintain and develop relationships with key electrical wholesalers, buying groups, distributors and industry stakeholders.
- Identify and secure new business opportunities across the UK market.
- Manage and grow existing customer accounts to maximise revenue and profitability.
- Work closely with wholesalers, contractors, consultants and end users to create demand for ELTAKO solutions.
- Deliver product presentations, training sessions and demonstrations to customers and partners.
- Represent ELTAKO at trade exhibitions, industry events and customer meetings.
- Analyse market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities.
- Provide regular sales forecasts, pipeline updates and market intelligence to support business planning.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and wider European organisation to support strategic objectives.
About You
We're looking for a highly motivated sales professional who combines strong commercial awareness with the ability to build lasting customer relationships.
Essential Experience
- Proven track record in sales, business development or account management within the electrical industry.
- Experience dealing with and/or selling into electrical wholesalers.
- Strong understanding of the UK electrical distribution market.
- Demonstrable success in developing new business opportunities and growing existing accounts.
- Experience managing customer relationships across multiple regions within the UK.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, organised and results-driven approach.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK, with occasional overseas travel as required.
Desirable Experience
- National account management experience within the electrical wholesaler channel.
- Experience within smart building controls, energy management, building automation, lighting controls or related technologies.
- Knowledge of Smart Home, BMS, energy efficiency or building control systems.
- Experience working with electrical buying groups and major wholesale organisations.
What We Offer
- A key role within a growing business where your contribution will have a direct impact on success.
- The opportunity to help shape ELTAKO's long-term growth strategy in the UK.
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
- Company car
- Home-based working with flexibility and autonomy.
- Pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Modern technology and equipment to support your role.
- Permanent, full-time position with excellent long-term career prospects.
- A supportive, collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're an ambitious sales professional looking to join an innovative and growing business with exciting plans for the UK market, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
ELTAKO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.