Sales Engineer
£35,000-40,000 + Commission | East Devon | Full Time | On-site
Company Overview
We're working with a well-established British manufacturer and retailer with an outstanding reputation for supplying premium machinery, tools and workshop equipment across the UK and internationally. Built on quality, technical expertise and exceptional customer service, they're now looking to strengthen their commercial team with the appointment of a Sales Engineer.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities and developing technical sales solutions, while working towards a future leadership position.
The Opportunity
As Sales Engineer you'll inherit an established customer base whilst actively developing new business opportunities across trade, wholesale and key accounts. Working closely with the CEO and wider commercial team, you'll become a key contributor to the future growth of the business.
Rather than stepping into an existing management position, you'll initially focus on becoming an expert in the products, customers and commercial strategy before progressing into a Sales Manager position as the business continues to grow.
If you're commercially driven, technically minded and naturally enjoy building relationships, this role offers genuine long-term career progression.
Responsibilities of the Sales Manager:
- Develop and grow relationships with existing trade and wholesale customers.
- Identify and win new business opportunities across the UK.
- Provide technical advice and product recommendations.
- Manage key customer accounts, ensuring excellent levels of service.
- Work alongside internal teams to deliver the best customer experience.
- Analyse customer trends and identify opportunities for growth.
- Attend customer meetings, trade shows and industry events.
- Support the ongoing growth of export and international sales.
- Play a key role in shaping the future commercial strategy.
- Progress into a Sales Manager role as you develop within the business.
Requirements of the Sales Manager
- Experience selling technical, engineering or industrial products.
- Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive approach to winning new business.
- Excellent communication and commercial awareness.
- Confidence speaking with both technical and non-technical customers.
- CRM experience.
- Knowledge of machinery, tools, manufacturing or engineering products would be highly advantageous.
About You
You'll likely have experience in one or more of the following:
- Technical Sales Engineer
- Area Sales Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Account Manager
- Internal Sales Engineer
- Technical Account Manager
What's On Offer?
- Commission
- Genuine progression into a Sales Manager role
- Training and professional development
- 31 days holiday, increasing with service
- Pension
- Staff discounts
- Gym membership scheme
- Free parking
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Recruitment Consultant: Dan Martin
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