Sales Engineer

Vanderlande Industries; Coleshill Heath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Medical cover

Wellbeing membership

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Recognition platform

Job summary

Toyota Automated Logistics seeks a Sales Engineer to drive pre-contract success in our international team, delivering warehouse automation solutions and compelling commercial cases. You will translate customer data into viable concepts, lead tender activities, and present integrated systems layouts with pricing to win business.

The role requires an engineering degree, experience in automated material handling, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Upper class or master’s degree level in a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Experience in automated material handling industry.
• Experience in working within an international professional environment (project organization).
• Very strong data analysis and problem-solving skills (advanced Excel).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage bidding processes for large projects.
• Present the preferred technical solution to the customer, including pricing, products and systems layout.
• Produce final documentation and submit contracts to customers.
• Manage the handover process from the sales team to the project execution team.
• Contribute to sales strategy, product development and knowledge development internally.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job TitleSales EngineerJob DescriptionEffective April 1, 2026, Toyota Automated Logistics brings together Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business, and viastore under one unified brand. During this transition phase, parts of our recruitment activities and communication may still be conducted via legacy company systems and email domains.At a glance:In order to keep pace with the current and expected future growth, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Sales Engineer in our Toyota Automated Logistics, sales Engineering team developing warehouse solutions.Together with the Business Development Manager and other team members you’ll make a key contribution to the sales success in the pre-contract phase of a project. You will become a leading member of the sales engineering teamYour impact:Advanced level of ability to independently identify, analyse and translate customer requirements and data into the right logistic solution, concept and business casesBe the lead for technical and concept specifications during the tender process consulting on complex technical and business issues to develop innovative solutions using automation equipment from both the Company and preferred suppliers.Responsible for developing a solution that has a wining return for the customer and commercially competitive.Manage all bidding process independently for large projects. These activities include planning, HLC, procurement, pricing and also managing internal acceptance with engineering and operations.Present the preferred technical solution to the customer, including pricing, products and systems layout and how the proposed system will operate to meet their commercial requirementsProduce final documentation and submit contract to customerManage the handover process from the sales team to the project execution team.Use experience to contribute to sales strategy, product developments and knowledge development internallyFocus and drive to deliver proposals and dares to take calculated risksWorking as a senior member of the sales engineering team to lead multiple projects and coach other sales engineersAmong others continuous improvement activities, develop and implement tooling, standard concepts and training.What makes you a great fit?Upper class or master’s degree level in a relevant Engineering discipline,Previous experience in the automated material handling industry.Experience in working within an international professional environment, preferably a project organizationVery strong data analysis and problem-solving skills (advanced user in Excel)Excellent communication and presentation skills.A strong team player and able to build an excellent rapport with customers.What you can look forward to:28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)Aviva Medical CoverYuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchersA challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.Cycle to work schemePension with AvivaAccess to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.Who we are:At Toyota Automated Logistics, you actively shape the future of intelligent intralogistics. As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande’s warehousing business under one unified brand.Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end‑to‑end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.Diversity & Inclusion:At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation. Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.