Area Sales Engineer

Sauce People Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in CNC machinery is seeking an Area Sales Engineer to support business growth within the steel machining sector. This role involves building client relationships, delivering presentations, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in selling high-value equipment and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in selling high-value capital equipment.
• Knowledge of the steel machining or CNC machinery sector is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations to promote products.
• Negotiate and close sales in line with targets.
• Build strong relationships with existing customers.

Skills

Communication

Customer-focused mindset

Sales negotiation

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Area Sales Engineer CNC Machinery

Our client is seeking an Area Sales Engineer to drive business growth and support both new and existing customers within the steel machining sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven individual with experience selling high-value equipment to join a market leader in CNC machinery.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations to promote products and services to prospective clients.
• Build strong relationships with existing customers, anticipating their needs and advising on suitable machinery solutions.
• Maintain regular contact with customers through calls, meetings, and detailed reports.
• Represent the company professionally at exhibitions, conferences, and industry events.
• Negotiate and close sales in line with agreed monthly and annual targets.
• Respond to technical and commercial queries, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive company-wide success.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring accurate financial planning and record-keeping.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in selling high-value capital equipment.
• Knowledge of the steel machining or CNC machinery sector is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to produce reports and quotations.
• Proficient in MS Office and CRM software.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance client expectations and business goals.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven sales professional looking to join a forward-thinking company in a highly technical and rewarding sector.