Technical Sales Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Technical Sales Engineer

• £35,000 - £40,000
• Pension contribution
• Flexible Start & Finish Times
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Realistic Progression Opportunities

Location: Birmingham

Reference: BP 092

ATA are exclusively working with a leading design and manufacturer of valve and flow control solutions for the energy and process sectors. Our client also provides full turnkey solution packages for industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, NHS, chemical, and power generation.

As part of a manufacturing and distribution group of businesses, the company prides itself on its down-to-earth and approachable management, ambitious growth plans, and commitment to offering long-term careers and future prospects.

Based in Birmingham, they are looking to hire a Technical Sales Engineer to handle existing client enquiries and to contact potential prospects. The UK site generates an annual turnover of over £5 million, and due to high client demands and orders, they are offering a Technical Sales Engineer the opportunity to help grow their existing client portfolio.

This is a great opportunity for a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to work in a growing sector with a business that offers amazing prospects and personal development.

The Role

As a Technical Sales Engineer at Valve Force Ltd, you will play a crucial role in supporting technical and commercial enquiries, managing customer requirements, and advising on the best products to meet their needs. You will be responsible for developing long-term relationships with customers, providing professional technical quotes, and offering comprehensive solutions from design and installation to project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical and Commercial Support: Provide support for technical and commercial enquiries, ensuring customer needs are met effectively.
• Sales Potential Analysis: Evaluate all enquiries to understand their sales potential and strategize accordingly.
• Cross-Selling: Develop the offering by cross-selling across the group, including valves, pumps, heat exchangers, controls, and service packages.
• Comprehensive Solutions: Offer a total package from design and installation to project management.
• Relationship Development: Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers, following up on quotes and ensuring satisfaction.
• Technical Quotations: Provide professional technical quotes for customers, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Product Knowledge: Understand the product range thoroughly and offer technical advice to customers.
• Team Collaboration: Liaise with other members of the sales team to ensure cohesive and effective sales strategies.

The Candidate

To be successful in your application for the Technical Sales Engineer role, you will need:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a relevant field is desirable.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with valves, pumps, heat exchangers, controls, and service packages is beneficial.
• Education: Engineering qualification is advantageous.
• Sales Experience: Previous experience in sales is advantageous.
• Skills: Strong customer service, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational, research, and multitasking abilities. Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with great active listening skills.

The Benefits

For the Technical Sales Engineer role, you will receive:

• £35,000 - £40,000
• Pension contribution
• Flexible Start & Finish Times
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Realistic Progression Opportunities

As ATA Recruitment is working closely with this client, we will be conducting a shortlist starting today. We will conduct the 1^st interview over the phone, and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the coming weeks. You will then be contacted by one of our Recruitment Consultants who will be able to provide more details.

Contact:

Bhav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

07704543752

[e-mail]

ATA Recruitment specializes in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation, and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.

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