Sales Engineer

GPW Recruitment; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Engineer for a permanent position near Ashton Under Lyne. The successful candidate will manage customer inquiries, analyze Bills of Materials, and liaise with suppliers in a dynamic office environment. A background in engineering and strong communication skills are essential. The role includes opportunities for professional development with training provided. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Background in Engineering with the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Proactive and 'can do' approach to work.
• Team player with a self-motivated and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and managing customer inquiries via email, phone, and other channels.
• Logging and tracking customer inquiries using internal trackers and online dashboards.
• Calculating total costs for all BoM component parts to create accurate submission documents for customers.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Customer-facing skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a Sales Engineer to work on a permanent basis near Ashton Under Lyne.

Salary is c£32‑40,000 per annum plus 25 days holiday and bank holidays, pension, life assurance etc.

As a Sales Engineer, you will be part of a busy office environment that covers Sales, Projects, Engineering, Quality, and Management. Your primary responsibility will be to provide essential administrative support to the Sales and Projects teams. This role involves working on high‑profile order books for leading OEMs, ensuring smooth communication and coordination with customers and suppliers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receiving and managing customer inquiries via email, phone, and other channels.
• Analyzing Bill of Materials (BoM) to identify required manufacturing discipline(s).
• Liaising with external suppliers when necessary.
• Logging and tracking customer inquiries using internal trackers and online dashboards.
• Expediting responses from suppliers to meet project timelines.
• Calculating total costs for all BoM component parts to create accurate submission documents for customers.

Person Specification

• Strong commercial awareness and customer-facing skills.
• Background in Engineering with the ability to read engineering drawings.
• Proactive and “can do” approach to work, with excellent communication skills.
• Well‑organized with a keen attention to detail.
• Team player with a self‑motivated and proactive attitude.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Fast‑paced, adaptable, and able to handle a variety of tasks.

Working Environment

This Sales Engineer position offers an office‑based, fast‑paced, and dynamic working environment. You will have ample opportunities for professional development, including gaining skills in SAP, Excel, and procurement. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you excel in your role.

If the Sales Engineer role could be of interest to you, please call Rebecca at GPW Recruitment or press APPLY NOW!