General Manager International Sales Support
Oliver Valves · Knutsford, United Kingdom · full time · September 01, 2026
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Location: Knutsford, Cheshire
Scope: Controls bid process for our worldwide operations
Sector: Worldwide Valve Supplier in the oil, gas, hydrogen sectors
Remuneration: Exceptional package for this key executive.
The Role:
· Prepare accurate technical quotations, commercial proposals and tender submissions.
· Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and contracts while protecting profit margins.
· Work closely with Engineering, Production, Purchasing and Quality teams to ensure customer requirements can be achieved.
· Maintain accurate customer, opportunity and sales activity records within the CRM system.
· Provide customer and market feedback to support product development and innovation.
· Support the achievement of individual and company sales targets.
About Us
We are a family-owned global company that produces ultra critical valves for the world’s oil, gas and hydrogen industries, where exceptional quality and on time delivery is critical.
With operations spanning the UK, USA, Dubai, Malaysia and India, and a world-class Research & Development centre in Knutsford, we have ambitious plans to grow beyond our £100m turnover.
Our business model is to sub-contract our components, then assemble at our facilities in Knutsford and Chennai. Our culture is agile, entrepreneurial and decisive. There are no layers of bureaucracy, endless committees or slow-moving approval processes. We value common sense, accountability and action.
Who We Are Looking For:
· Proven experience in a mechanical engineering role.
· Qualified in of mechanical engineering principles and products.
· Experience within the valve, oil and gas, petrochemical, energy or manufacturing sectors would be advantageous.
· The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
· Strong commercial awareness with experience preparing quotations and negotiating terms.
· Experience using CRM and related business systems.
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple enquiries and priorities.
Location
Oliver Valves, Parkgate, Knutsford, WA16 8DX
General Manager International Sales Support
We are seeking a commercially focused General Manager to join our experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical engineering background who can combine technical knowledge with a passion for sales and customer relationship management.
You will work closely with customers evaluating their technical and commercial requirements, recommend appropriate solutions and support opportunities from initial enquiry through to contract award. The role will be instrumental in developing existing accounts, securing new business and contributing to the company’s continued growth.
Remuneration & Package
We offer a very attractive salary and fringe benefits package commensurate with this challenging role.
- Employer
- Oliver Valves
- Location
- Knutsford, United Kingdom
- Contract
- full time