Application Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual with a robust understanding of the Flexible Hose Industry. In this role, you'll provide technical support, develop sales forecasts, and spearhead marketing initiatives to drive growth. You'll also play a key role in enhancing the e-commerce channel while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Join a supportive environment that values dedication and expertise, and enjoy a range of competitive benefits including additional holiday purchase options and comprehensive wellness support. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving company.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Unlimited mental health support

24/7 remote GP appointments

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Free eye tests

Company Sick Pay from day 1

Long service recognition

Free ERIKS branded workwear

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the Flexible Hose Industry with emphasis on UK MRO market.
• Ability to specify flexible hose assemblies based on application criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and onsite support to customers.
• Develop sales forecasts and deliver reports to leadership.
• Support growth of e-commerce channel and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Flexible Hose Industry Knowledge

Sales Forecasting

Technical Drawing Comprehension

Supply Chain Understanding

Education

Relevant Technical Degree

Job description

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Respond to technical assistance requests from customers and branches, providing technical and in-person/onsite support as required (UK South).

Implement HMS and onboard new sites with HMS, requiring hose survey and inspection activities (UK wide).

Identify and cultivate new opportunities with MROs for hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies, driving revenue growth through effective product solution delivery.

Develop sales forecasts, monitor performance metrics, and deliver regular reports and insights to the leadership team for informed decision-making.

Support the growth of the e-commerce channel, driving strategies to enhance its development and customer engagement.

Spearhead marketing initiatives aligned with the core product offering to maximize market impact.

Ensure that Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality policies and standards are embedded and adhered to.

Working Hours:

Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 5.30pm

Working Hours: 40

Breaks: 1 hour

ABOUT YOU -

Robust understanding of the Flexible Hose Industry (emphasis on the UK MRO market) and the areas of opportunity for profitable growth for each operation.

Extensive hose product manufacturing knowledge to target and effectively quote profitable business.

Understanding of supply chain and “make-buy” opportunities to maximize scalable revenue growth and EBIT.

Ability to specify flexible hose assemblies based on application criteria.

Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings.

Strong understanding of FHA-related product quality and compliance requirements.

Your offer:

And if that wasn't enough to pique your interest, we also offer a very competitive salary and a range of benefits including:

• Ability to purchase an additional 5 days holiday subject to scheme rules
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Up to 1 day’s paid leave to focus on wellbeing
• A full Employee Assistance Programme including a 24/7 helpline for emotional, practical, financial, and legal support
• Unlimited mental health support from qualified professionals
• 24/7, unlimited remote GP appointments
• Six 1-2-1 nutritional video consultations per year
• Six 1-2-1 digital personal training sessions per year
• 360 Wellbeing Score with coaching sessions
• Physiotherapy — eight sessions a year shared with your partner
• Medical second opinions
• Savings and discounts for weekly costs
• On-demand wellness content and wellbeing calendar
• Company Sick Pay from day 1
• Group Income Protection after sickness absence
• Long service recognition
• Free LinkedIn Learning access
• Free ERIKS branded workwear
• Free eye tests

ERIKS is an equal opportunities employer.

About us:

We’re ERIKS, a leading industrial service provider committed to making “industry work better”. We offer innovative, high-quality solutions with a focus on powering the world through our products like O-rings and valves.

Our people are our backbone, providing specialist knowledge and hands-on service. This is where you come in!

Why ERIKS?

With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, we offer a supportive environment. Opportunities extend beyond warehouse jobs to technical and managerial roles. Dedication and expertise are valued here.

We’re committed to building a community through support, technical excellence, and shared success.

What are you waiting for? Join us!