External Sales Engineer

Nter Talent; Northampton; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an External Sales Executive, where you'll leverage your expertise in automation to drive sales and build strong customer relationships. This role offers the chance to work remotely while covering key postcode areas in the UK. You'll engage with clients, manage accounts, and develop tailored solutions from a trusted product portfolio. With a competitive salary and commission structure, this position is perfect for those eager to excel in a dynamic industry. If you're ready to make an impact and advance your career in automation, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Proven track record in external sales, ideally in Automation or Electrical Distribution.
• Strong knowledge of automation products and solutions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build strong business relationships through regular face-to-face meetings.
• Identify and win new customers to expand the client base.

Skills

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Education

Experience in External Sales

Knowledge of Automation Products

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Systems

Job description

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Join a Leading Electrical Distributor Supporting the Automation Industry!

Remote Working covering Postcode areas, MK, NN, SG & PE

Competitive Basic salary & Commission & Benefits

We are proud to represent one of the UK's most respected independent electrical distributors — known for their customer-first approach, deep technical knowledge, and strong partnerships with leading manufacturers. With an excellent reputation in Automation and Electrical solutions, they continue to grow.

We’re looking for an External Sales Executive with a strong Automation background to join their successful team, covering MK, NN, SG, and PE postcode areas OR OX, HP, WD LU & AL.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Customer Engagement: Build strong business relationships through regular face-to face meetings you’ll be out on the road, where the action happens! Account Management: Nurture and grow relationships with existing customers, ensuring top-level service and satisfaction.

New Business Development: Identify, pursue, and win new customers in your region to help expand the client base.

Solution Selling: Dive deep into customer needs and offer tailored automation solutions from a broad and trusted product portfolio. Sales Strategy Execution: Bring the company’s sales strategy to life in your region.

Product Knowledge: Become an expert on our manufacturers and solutions — helping you cross-sell and upsell like a pro.

Sales Performance: Hit your monthly sales targets and share in the success with team bonuses.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with the internal sales team to create seamless customer experience.

Diary Management: Stay organised to maximise customer visits and sales activities.

Market Awareness: Keep your finger on the pulse of trends, competitors, and customer needs.

Reporting & Analysis: Keep management updated with pipeline updates and performance reports.

What You’ll Bring:

Previous experience in external sales, ideally in Automation or Electrical Distribution Strong knowledge (or eagerness to learn) about automation products and solutions

A track record of smashing sales targets A full UK driving license (essential for travel) Skills, That’ll

Make You Shine:

• Strong communication, sales, and negotiation abilities
• Excellent relationship-building skills Self-motivated and proactive with great time management Ability to grasp technical product information
• Analytical skills to interpret market trends and data
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems

Note: This role requires regular travel across MK, NN, SG, and PE areas. Some overnight stays may be needed depending on customer demands.

Ready to drive your sales career forward in the exciting world of automation?

We’d love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Engineering

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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