[[title]] - [[cust3]] - [[filter4]], [[filter1]] **Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.** At **Sulzer Water & Industry** , we are a trusted partner in fluid engineering, delivering innovative solutions that support utilities and industrial customers across the UK & Ireland. With over 180 locations worldwide and a legacy of more than a century, Sulzer is driving growth through service excellence, advanced technology, and customer-focused innovation. We are now seeking a **Sales Leader** to define, shape, and deliver the growth and strategic direction of our **Services & Aftermarket business throughout the UK & Ireland** . This is a high-impact role where you’ll bring your market expertise, industry insight, and commercial acumen to unlock opportunities, influence strategy, and ensure sustainable growth across our full portfolio. **Your main responsibilities:** + Drive business development initiatives across the entire Sulzer Water & Industry Services & Aftermarket portfolio. + Act as a trusted advisor to customers, helping them navigate challenges and harness our technology to deliver solutions. + Develop deep insight into the competitor landscape and use this to shape commercial decisions and strategy. + Influence the future of Sulzer products and services through thought leadership, innovative ideas, and strong stakeholder relationships. + Create and deliver a clear roadmap of initiatives aligned with company goals, regularly tracking progress and impact. + Mentor colleagues, support training, lead campaigns, and actively contribute to product enhancement **What you’ll bring:** + Deep domain expertise within **Utility and Industry segments** . + Extensive relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers in the sector. + Strong understanding of **commercial modelling, valuation, and the regulatory environment** . + Proven business insight with the ability to make sound, timely decisions that deliver results. + Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable solutions. + A proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to influence across non-hierarchical structures. + Strong role-modelling of company values and principles. **Ideally, you’ll also have:** + Strong knowledge of Sulzer’s products and services. + An entrepreneurial and commercial mindset with the ability to spot and develop opportunities. + Experience building and leading high-value customer relationships. + Strong analytical skills with intellectual curiosity and an innovative spirit. + Familiarity with new analytical tools and data-driven workflows. **What we offer you:** + Competitive basic salary + Car or car allowance – EV options available + Annual Bonus Scheme + Private Medical cover + 33 days annual leave + Defined contribution pension scheme + Confidential Employee Assistance Programmes + Wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts + Costco membership option + Discounted personal car leasing + Long Service Awards + Continuous learning and development through Sulzer Learning Pathways + Home working flexibility, with full diary management **Do you have a question about the role?** **Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.** We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA. ​