Team Leader Proposals & Technical Sales

JR United Kingdom; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider seeks a Team Leader for Proposals & Technical Sales in Dumbarton. This pivotal role involves developing high-quality technical proposals, mentoring a team, and enhancing client engagement in a collaborative environment with flexi-time and generous holiday benefits.

Benefits

Flexi-time

27 days holiday + 8 public holidays

Matched pension scheme (6% employer/6% employee)

Qualifications

• Strong background in technical sales or project management.
• Proven experience developing proposals and engaging with customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Aftermarket & Proposals team.
• Review and approve technical and commercial proposals.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Technical sales

Project management

Customer-focused mindset

Communication

Presentation

Education

Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Business, or Management

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Client:

Talent Media Ltd

Location:

dumbarton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

09.07.2025

Expiry Date:

23.08.2025

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Job Description:

Team Leader Proposals & Technical Sales
Location: Dumbarton Campus
Hours: 37 hours per week (Flexi-time available)

Talent Media is proud to be partnering with a leading engineering solutions provider with a long-standing reputation in the industrial sector. This organisation delivers high-impact aftermarket services and equipment upgrades to global clients across energy, environmental, and manufacturing sectors.

We are now seeking a confident and commercially astute Team Leader Proposals & Technical Sales to oversee the development of high-quality technical proposals while supporting and mentoring a growing team. This is a key leadership role with real scope to shape customer experience, drive operational performance, and strengthen the companys technical sales offering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Aftermarket & Proposals team, supporting the department manager and stepping in when required
• Review and approve technical and commercial proposals to ensure quality, competitiveness, and customer fit
• Provide expert consultation on retrofit, upgrade, and parts solutions for industrial clients
• Contribute to strategic pricing, costing, and pipeline management
• Build and maintain client relationships, ensuring excellent service and solution delivery
• Coach and develop team members while managing performance, absence, and development plans
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and EHS (Zone 8) initiatives
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, sales, and operational teams to enhance service delivery

What Were Looking For

• A strong technical sales or project management background, ideally in industrial engineering or manufacturing
• Proven experience developing proposals, leading teams, and engaging with customers
• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Engineering, Business, or Management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• Customer-focused mindset with a drive for improvement and innovation

Why This Role?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation that values both leadership and technical depth. Youll play a pivotal role in shaping the customer journey, developing your team, and enhancing aftermarket performance. Flexi-time, generous holidays, and a matched pension scheme are just the beginning.

27 days holiday + 8 public holidays, salary sacrifice pension scheme (6% employer/6% employee)

To Apply:

Please send your CV for a confidential discussion.