Sales Engineer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Highweek; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer based in Newton Abbot is seeking a Sales Engineer specializing in hydraulics and pneumatics. This position offers full training to transition into a Technical Sales Specialist. Responsibilities include visiting clients across Devon and Cornwall and providing technical support. The ideal candidate should possess experience with hydraulic systems and be motivated to begin a sales career, alongside having a full UK driving license. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and bonuses.

Benefits

Company car

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Company bonus

Free on-site parking

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems is necessary.
• Motivated to pursue a career in sales.
• A full UK driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites across Cornwall and Devon after training.
• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Blend of account management and business development.
• Provide technical advice and support regarding products.
• Document sales and customer activities in the CRM.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and competitor activities.

Skills

Experience with hydraulic systems

Experience with pneumatic systems

Motivated to start a career in sales

Full UK Driving License

Job description

Sales Engineer (Hydraulics / Pneumatics)

Full training provided to become a Technical Sales Specialist

£40,000 - £45,000 + Progression + Training + Company Bonus + 25 Days + Bank Holidays + Company Car + Christmas Shutdown + Free On-Site Parking

Newton Abbot

Are you technically experienced with hydraulics and pneumatics and are now looking for an exciting opportunity within a well‑established manufacturer that supports a wide range of industries including the Defence and Aerospace markets?

Do you want to step into a sales role within a company that offers full training on the internal ERP systems and sales training, to help you develop into a Senior External Sales Specialist?

This company was established over four decades ago and in that time grew extensively across the UK, and into mainland Europe. The company offers the manufacture, servicing, and repair of an extensive range of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

This position is for the site in Newton Abbot. You will be the technical point of contact for clients across Devon and Cornwall.

If you are experienced in hydraulic and pneumatic systems and are now looking for a fantastic opportunity within a reputable company that offers excellent training and an enhanced holiday package, apply today.

The Role

• Once past training, travel to client sites across Cornwall and Devon
• Be involved in projects from inception to completion
• A blend between account management and business development
• Provide technical advice and support to clients regarding their hydraulic and pneumatic products
• Document all sales and customer activities in the company's CRM
• Conduct market research, staying on top of industry trends, competitor activities and emerging technologies

The Person

• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Motivated to start a career in sales
• Full UK Driving License

Job reference: BBBH23670

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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