Technical Sales Engineer

Mpeople Recruitment are assisting in the recruitment of a Technical Sales Engineer for an international manufacturing company, you will be based at Bredbury and will join a team of 3 others in your department. You will be part of a group of companies, renowned in their industry, whose products are designed and developed at each site, innovative, environmentally forward thinking, collaborative in approach with a recognised known client base and established learning and development training pathways and packages available for all employees.   Your main function will be to provide technical knowledge to new and existing customers, support the operations, wider team on a range of products, increase sales and provide aftercare support.   As part of a collaborative team approach the company encourages staff to submit ideas, to improve processes, working together to a shared company goal.    You will be rewarded with, a supportive business, great work to life balance (no weekend working).  The position is full-time, 38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 7.30 am to 4.00 pm and Friday 7.30 am – 12.50 pm with a salary of £28,000 - £38,000 dependant on experience.  Occasional travel to other North West sites may be required, mileage will be paid at 45p per mile.

Technical Sales Engineer Duties:

• Liaise with Customers to assist with technical aspects of business development, identifying potential customers, new accounts, negotiate tender and contract terms and conditions to meet/customer and company needs.
• Generate Technical Sales proposals and contracts alongside creating and delivering technical presentations demonstrating how products meet customer requirements. 
• On occasion you will go out to meet customers however this is predominantly a desk-based position.
• Maintain and develop customer relationships and manage projects.
• Research options/request quotes for outsourced components of project/custom product.
• Provide pre-sales technical assistance and product education/after sales support, work with the wider team to ensure development schedules are being met.
• Provide input into the design of custom-made products.
• Prepare cost estimates liaising with the Technical Manager.
• Update internal CRMs with all communication and sales as outlined by the company.
• Develop, manage, and deliver sales administration, reports, and data, support the wider sales team as required.
• Maintain a good knowledge of new and existing products and technical specifications.
• Other duties as requested by the Manager.

Requirements:

• 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment working to technical engineering specifications with an understanding of ISO 9001 (2015) requirements or equivalent is essential.
• A knowledge of 5s Lean Manufacturing, Offshore Manufacturing and an understanding of hazardous area products is desirable.
• A HNC in Engineering or a Degree in Engineering or work-based equivalent is required for the role.
• Must be proficient in Solidworks, AutoCAD LT/AutoCAD Invertor and computer literate in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of Axapta or Epicor or other ERP would be advantageous however, training will be given.
• Working to tight deadlines-Managing project work, multiple projects simultaneously, ability to show commercial acumen, with experience of customer/facing sales roles is essential.
• Strong communication both written and verbal, able to build relationships, understanding of working in fast paced environments with the ability to prioritise and adapt to change, whilst able to understand process or continuous improvement. 
• Required ability to work to deadlines, targets and SLAS. 
• Team player, hands on approach with a positive attitude to learning and can work collaboratively.

Technical Sales Engineer Benefits:     

• Company Pension, staff referral scheme, cycle to work scheme, cash health plan, staff events and socials, free car parking, training, and development opportunities.
• 25 Days holidays rising with service plus bank holidays (Christmas shutdown).   

Apologies but we can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.    

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