About this role
CMM Account Manager
### Home-Based (Northern / Southern Territory) | Lutterworth HQ
ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions
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Shape the Future of Precision Manufacturing
Are you an experienced sales professional with a background in metrology, manufacturing and capital equipment (CAPEX) ?
Join ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions , a global leader in precision measurement technology, and play a key role in helping UK manufacturers achieve the highest standards of quality and innovation.
This is a high-impact, consultative sales role where you’ll work with cutting-edge CMM technology, build long-term customer partnerships, and drive growth across a defined territory.
The Role
As a CMM Account Manager , you will be responsible for delivering sales performance across your territory, developing new business opportunities, and managing key customer relationships.
You’ll take ownership of the full sales lifecycle , from lead generation through to closing complex, high-value deals.
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Key Responsibilities
Sales & Account Management
- ### Own and grow accounts within your territory, delivering order intake against targets
- ### Develop and execute account plans to increase share of wallet
- ### Manage a robust sales pipeline from lead to purchase order
- ### Proactively identify and win new business opportunities
Business Development
- ### Generate new leads through self-initiated activity and marketing support
- ### Build strong relationships with customers across multiple stakeholders and levels
- ### Position ZEISS solutions to solve real manufacturing and quality challenges
Collaboration & Delivery
- ### Work closely with Product Sales Managers, Applications Engineers, and global teams
- ### Ensure a smooth transition from sale to order fulfilment and delivery
- ### Support demonstrations, events, and exhibitions where required
CRM & Process
- ### Maintain accurate records within CRM (pipeline, accounts, contacts)
- ### Follow and embed the ZEISS Sales Process (ZSP) for consistent success
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What We’re Looking For
- ### Proven experience in metrology, manufacturing, or technical sales
- ### Understanding of CMMs, metrology and quality inspection
- ### Track record in CAPEX / complex solution sales
- ### Experience in account management and new business development
- ### Background working with industries such as:
### Aerospace & Defence
- ### Medical Devices
- ### Precision Engineering
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Why Join ZEISS?
- ### Work for a globally recognised premium brand in precision technology
- ### Sell innovative, high-value solutions into leading manufacturing organisations
- ### Enjoy autonomy to manage your territory and drive your own success
- ### Be supported by industry-leading technical teams and global expertise
- ### Access to ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
- ### A dynamic, customer-facing role with real impact
- ### Regular UK travel to customer sites
- ### Occasional international travel may be required
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Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Abigail Hannaby, Farzana Rahman, Kate Benyon, Lara Haslam, Natarlee Lawrence, Suya Rolph