commercial & military sales representative

Join the Northern Diver Team
At Northern Diver (International) Ltd, we’ve been designing and manufacturing world-class diving, rescue and specialist equipment since 1985. We’re a British manufacturer with customers all over the world, but at heart, we’re a close-knit team that takes pride in what we do.

We’re looking for a Commercial & Military Sales Representative to join our team at our Appley Bridge headquarters.

This is a role for someone who likes to get out there, meet people and make things happen.

You’ll work with an exciting mix of customers across the UK and around the world — from commercial divers and specialist distributors to military customers and organisations. You’ll help them find the right equipment for their needs, build strong relationships and discover new opportunities for Northern Diver.

One week you could be meeting commercial customers in the UK, the next working with a distributor overseas or representing Northern Diver at an international exhibition. You’ll meet new people, learn about different industries and get to know our specialist products inside and out.

It’s a varied role with plenty of opportunity to learn, travel and grow — and you’ll be part of a friendly team that genuinely enjoys what it does.

What You’ll Be Doing
Every day will be a little different, but your role will include:

> Building great relationships with commercial customers, military customers, distributors and business partners.
> Meeting customers face to face, on the phone, by email and during business visits.
> Helping customers find the right specialist equipment and solutions for their needs.
> Finding new business opportunities and helping grow our commercial and military customer base.
> Preparing quotes, costings and sales orders.
> Processing sales, pro formas and invoices.
> Measuring customers for drysuits and helping them find the right fit.
> Working with our wider sales team and other departments to make things happen.
> Travelling across the UK and overseas to meet customers and develop new opportunities.
​​​​​​​> Representing Northern Diver at exhibitions and trade shows around the world.

What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is confident, enthusiastic and enjoys meeting people.

Someone who can walk into a room, start a conversation and build a great relationship. Someone who is curious, commercially minded and always looking for the next opportunity.

You’ll ideally be:
> Experienced in face-to-face sales or customer-facing business development.
> Confident meeting new people and building lasting relationships.
> A strong communicator with a friendly, professional manner.
> Proactive, ambitious and motivated to win new business.
> Organised and able to keep on top of multiple opportunities.
> A quick learner who enjoys getting to know new products and industries.
> A good problem solver with great attention to detail.
> Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
> Familiar with sales or order processing systems.
> Happy to travel regularly throughout the UK and overseas.
> The holder of a full UK driving licence.

Most importantly, we’re looking for the right person — someone with energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude who is ready to get stuck in.

If you love meeting people, building relationships, travelling to new places and working with specialist products, this could be the perfect opportunity to join the Northern Diver team.

Ready for your next adventure? Come and help us grow Northern Diver around the world.

Why Join Northern Diver?
You’ll become part of a friendly and supportive team working for a well-established British manufacturer with customers around the world.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
> Annual company bonus scheme.
> 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
> Company shut-down over Christmas.
> Free onsite parking.
> Training, development and career progression opportunities.
> A friendly and supportive team.
​​​​​​​> The opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing British manufacturer.

Where You’ll Be Working

​​​​​Northern Diver (International) Ltd
Appley Lane North
Appley Bridge
Wigan
WN6 9AE

Just 180 yards from Appley Bridge train station, with direct rail links to Manchester and Southport, and regular bus services to Wigan.
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We’re also just a 5-minute drive from Junction 27 of the M6, making us easily accessible by car from across the local area.

Hours & Salary
Full-time, onsite
Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 5:00pm

Starting from £26,500 per annum.
Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
Immediate start available for the right candidate.

Ready to Dive In?
If you’re hardworking, proactive and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you.

Bring the right attitude. We’ll teach you the rest.

Don’t have an up-to-date CV? That’s absolutely fine. Whether you’re returning to work, looking for a fresh start or simply feel you’d be a great fit for the team, we’d still love to hear from you.

We’re more interested in meeting the right people than reading a perfect CV.

​​​​​​​Get in touch with our HR team or send us your CV if you have one.