Field Sales Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Field Sales Engineer to drive sales growth and manage customer relationships within the engineering and manufacturing sector. Ideal candidates have a strong engineering background, knowledge of machining processes, and excellent communication skills. This role offers opportunities to work on innovative solutions and travel nationally and internationally. If you're ambitious and ready to make an impact, apply now to join a company that values your expertise.

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering experience or relevant apprenticeship within manufacturing.
• Experience working with 5-axis machine centres.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Drive year-on-year sales growth across various products.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Implement sales strategies with management.
• Promote company's full-service offering.
• Utilise CRM tools to enhance customer experience.
• Lead product launches and ensure client integration.

Skills

Strong engineering background

Knowledge of cutting tools and machining processes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with CRM systems

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the engineering and manufacturing industry? This Field Sales Engineer role offers the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise, drive sales growth, and immerse yourself in a dynamic and innovative environment. With opportunities to develop professionally, work on cutting-edge solutions, and contribute to a thriving business, this role is ideal for ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact.

The Ideal Regional Business Development Executive will :

• Drive year-on-year sales growth across a comprehensive range of products through prospecting, customer support, and documented cost savings. However, as an established global business, new sales will represent 15-20% as the remaining part of the role will be to manage and maintain existing clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and channel partners, ensuring continuous improvement and effective sales operations.
• Implement local sales and industry segment strategies alongside the Regional Sales Manager and Business Development Manager.
• Promote the company's full-service offering and identify opportunities to deliver value to customers.
• Utilise digital tools like CRM systems and on-line platforms to streamline the sales process and enhance customer experience.
• Lead the launch of new products and services, ensuring successful integration into the assigned accounts.

As a business development executive you will bring :

• A strong engineering background, ideally gained through hands‑on experience or a relevant apprenticeship within the manufacturing industries.
• Proven knowledge of cutting tools and machining processes, with experience in working with 5‑axis machine centres.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and familiarity with CRM systems.
• A full, clean driving licence and the ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.

This Field Sales Engineer role is a chance to contribute to a company that values innovation, engineering excellence, and customer satisfaction. By driving sales growth and implementing effective strategies, you will play a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver cutting‑edge solutions and exceptional service to clients.

Location :

This position is based within a designated geographical area in the UK, covering M65 corridor, the ideal location would be Preston, as this would be central for the sales patch. The successful field sales representative will have flexibility and opportunities to travel nationally and internationally.

Interested? :

If you're ready to advance your career and embrace a role that challenges and inspires, apply now to become a Field Sales Engineer. Take this opportunity to make a difference and join a company that values your skills and expertise.

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