Engineering Sales Executive

Spider; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive welding and metalworking company based in Hitchin is searching for an Engineering Sales Executive. In this pivotal role, you will provide excellent customer service and support the external sales team while coordinating day-to-day activities. Ideal candidates will have an interest in welding or metalwork and possess strong communication skills. Full training is provided. Join this team for a rewarding career with genuine growth opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Salary range: £26,000 - £30,160

40-hour working week

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Interest in welding, metalwork, engineering, or fabrication is ideal.
• Drive and motivation to succeed in a sales role are essential.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate customer service including managing enquiries and orders.
• Support the external sales team with internal queries.
• Assist with industrial vending requirements through customer visits.
• Manage training for building and welding new machines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Welding knowledge

Flexible attitude

Job description

Engineering Sales Executive

Have you got hands on experience in welding, metalwork, engineering or fabrication and looking move into a sales role? A confident communicator who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and delivering outstanding customer service, thrive in a busy, team-focused environment where no two days are the same.

Spider is advertising on behalf of a long‑established and progressive company within the welding and metalworking industry, who are looking for an Engineering Sales Executive professional to join their friendly and growing team based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire.

About them

The client is a fast‑growing business, who are a leader in supplying industrial products to various sectors. They are ISO 9001, 14001, and FORS accredited, providing over 10,000 customers across the UK and worldwide with high‑quality welding products, abrasives, power tools, and PPE. You will be joining a dynamic team dedicated to providing a wide range of products and outstanding service.

Benefits

• Salary: £26,000 £30,160 per annum (DOE) plus ongoing bonus opportunities
• Hours: 40‑hour working week (Monday-Friday)
• Holiday: 23 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Career Progression: Full training and support with genuine opportunities to grow within the business

About the role

As an Engineering Sales Executive, you will be a key player in the company s success. Your focus will be on providing excellent customer service, supporting the external sales team, and ensuring the smooth coordination of day‑to‑day sales activity.

This position is open to both experienced professionals and enthusiastic learners eager to grow within the role. Full and thorough training will be provided, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed and develop a long‑term career.

Your position will begin primarily office‑based, but you ll also spend time learning other aspects of the business, giving you a well‑rounded understanding of the industry and the chance to develop a career in this sector.

Key duties

• Coordinating all aspects of customer service including receiving phone and email enquiries, processing orders, and raising quotations.
• Acting as an internal go‑to contact for the external sales team.
• Supporting VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) by visiting customers to assist with their industrial vending requirements.
• Managing your own area within the service department, including training to build and weld‑test new machines and hire sets.

About you

To be successful in this Engineering Sales Executive role, you will ideally have an interest in welding, metalwork, engineering, or fabrication and be ready to move into a sales role where you can use your knowledge and experience to advise customers over the phone and using a computer to manage orders and enquiries. An interest in the welding or metalworking industry would be an advantage, although full training will be provided.

You’ll be driven and motivated by success, with a natural ability to build positive relationships and deliver excellent service. A flexible, can‑do attitude is key, as is the willingness to get involved and learn new skills.

Although experience in sales or customer service would be beneficial, it’s your enthusiasm, drive, and determination to succeed that will make you stand out. You’ll need to hold a valid UK driving licence and be keen to develop your career.

Ready to take the next step?

This Engineering Sales Executive role is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills, earn a competitive salary, and build a rewarding career. If you re ready to progress with a company that values its people, we d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV including a covering paragraph as to why you are interested in this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.