Sales Manager Maritime

An innovative maritime technology company, part of an established international group, is looking to hire a Sales Manager Maritime to support continued growth across the global shipping and offshore markets.

The company develops and supplies ultrasonic systems for biofouling prevention, with installations on 300+ vessels and offshore units worldwide. This role focuses on expanding the maritime customer base and managing the full sales cycle, from first contact through to contract signature.

Your Responsibilities

• Selling technical equipment and related services into the maritime sector

• Acquiring new customers and building long-term client relationships

• Identifying market opportunities, analysing trends, and monitoring competitor activity

• Developing and executing sales strategies to grow market share

• Managing the full commercial process, including offers, quotations, and contracts

• Providing comprehensive customer support throughout the sales cycle

• Representing the company at international exhibitions, conferences, and industry events

• Maintaining CRM data, coordinating meetings, and managing sales activities

• Preparing sales reports and forecasts for senior management

Your Background

• Commercial or technical education, vocational training, or equivalent qualification

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience within the maritime industry
  (e.g. marine equipment, services, shipbuilding, offshore)

• Strong commercial mindset with proven negotiation and closing skills

• Confident communicator with a professional and customer-oriented approach

• High level of initiative and entrepreneurial thinking

• Solid MS Office skills; experience with ERP and CRM systems is an advantage

• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)

• Willingness to travel internationally

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure

• Company car and travel expense coverage

• International exposure and opportunities for professional development

• Training and development programmes to support long-term growth

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Callum Butterworth