Sales Engineer

Adept Resourcing; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed recruitment agency in Sheffield is seeking a skilled Sales Engineer to enhance sales growth for a prominent steel processing company. The ideal candidate will handle sales inquiries, provide solutions, and manage client orders while fostering strong relationships. Proficiency in CAD and Microsoft Office is essential. The role offers up to £35k salary along with competitive benefits including 32 days holiday and comprehensive training.

Benefits

32 days holiday

Free on-site parking

Comprehensive training

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong Maths and English proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Have hands-on experience with CAD and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Possess knowledge of metal specifications and cutting techniques.
• Show a proactive, positive attitude and a readiness to acquire new skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming sales inquiries and promptly address customer emails.
• Provide effective solutions to customer queries and technical challenges.
• Create customised quotes and manage orders based on client specifications.
• Strengthen and expand relationships with existing clients.
• Identify and convert new business prospects into successful orders.

Skills

Technical and interpersonal skills

Maths and English proficiency

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with CAD

Knowledge of metal specifications

Sales or technical sales experience

Strong organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD software

Job description

Adept Resourcing is thrilled to recruit on behalf of our client, a prominent steel processing company based in Sheffield, for a skilled Sales Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional to enhance sales growth and foster strong customer relationships in a fast-moving environment.

The Role

The successful Sales Engineer will be instrumental in expanding the customer account base and boosting sales while actively pursuing new business opportunities. Key responsibilities include:

• Handling incoming sales inquiries via phone and promptly addressing customer emails.

• Providing effective solutions to customer queries and technical challenges.

• Creating customised quotes and managing orders based on client specifications.

• Ensuring exceptional service and reliability in all customer interactions.

• Strengthening and expanding relationships with existing clients to maintain loyalty.

• Actively identifying and converting new business prospects into successful orders.

• Overseeing an individual account portfolio, ensuring all orders meet top-quality standards.

• Collaborating with internal teams, such as CAD Design, Production, and Finance, to deliver seamless order fulfilment.

The role requires a blend of collaborative teamwork and independent initiative, with a strong focus on delivering outstanding customer service from initial contact to order completion.

The Person

We are looking for a candidate with excellent technical and interpersonal skills, combined with meticulous attention to detail. The ideal Sales Engineer will:

• Demonstrate strong Maths and English proficiency.

• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

• Have hands-on experience with CAD and the ability to interpret technical drawings.

• Possess knowledge of metal specifications and cutting techniques, with full training provided as needed.

• Ideally have prior sales or technical sales experience, though not mandatory.

• Show a proactive, positive attitude and a readiness to acquire new skills.

The ability to build robust client relationships and work effectively with internal teams is critical. Candidates must be confident in managing their own workload while contributing to the broader team's objectives.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills to engage professionally and efficiently with clients.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

• Experience with CAD and the ability to read technical drawings.

• Knowledge of metal specifications and cutting methods is a plus.

• Previous sales or technical sales experience is preferred but not essential.

• A proactive approach to securing new business and managing client accounts.

• Strong organisational skills with a focus on precision.

Working Location

The position is based in Sheffield, in an easy to access location with free parking

Company Benefits

• 32 days holiday, including bank holidays.

• Free on-site parking.

• Comprehensive training to support your success in the role.

• Salary of up to 35k

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