Sales Engineer

Have you recently made the move into a Technical Sales or Account Management role but feel like the team dogsbody with no real prospects to develop? Maybe you re still working on the tools but want to develop your career into a more office/white collar engineering role?

In this role you ll be joining an established engineering business as part of the sales team with a clear plan to develop into a Senior Sales Engineer in 2-3 years.

As a Sales Engineer you ll serve as a crucial link between company products and its potential customers. This role involves a unique blend of technical expertise and sales acumen, as you ll take responsibility for understanding complex products or solutions and effectively conveying their value to clients.

You will demonstrate a strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy to support the fulfilment of customer s needs. Your high levels of customer service will play a pivotal role in driving successful sales and fostering long-term customer relationships in the marketplace.

Your role and responsibilities:

Demonstrate capability within the Bid Process, challenging costs and estimates to ensure margin maximisation.

Represent the company at external and internal client meetings, consistently displaying high professional standards of communication and behaviour.

Proactively builds strong relationships with current clients, seeking to secure future projects by inspiring confidence, building trust and delivering excellent customer service.

Explores new client routes and presents them to the Sales Manager for further action.

Engages positively with clients, consistently seeking opportunities for upselling and maximise opportunities within existing market.

Takes an active role in the initial review of purchase orders, recording data accurately into IFS for approval by senior manager. Ensures all department processes and procedures are accurately followed and maintained.

Proficient in the compilation and costing of valves and spare parts, collaborating closely with the Procurement Department to secure precise pricing information.

Act as the gatekeeper for component costs, utilizing knowledge and experience to challenge irregular pricing with Procurement Department.

Collaborates with various departments to verify the accuracy of costings, delivery timelines, and supporting documentation, ensuring alignment with manufacturing capabilities.

About You:

Graduate, or time-served Apprentice, or 1+ years of experience in a sales role.

Negotiation and influencing skills

Technical Engineering experience within a mechanical engineering environment

To apply please forward your CV and I ll arrange to speak to you about the job further.