Technical Sales Engineer

Ammega; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the belting industry is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to manage and grow sales accounts while developing new opportunities. This home-based position requires strong communication skills, a results-driven mindset, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The role offers competitive compensation, training, and opportunities for advancement within a global company.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on skills and experience

Quarterly and annual bonuses based on targets

Choice of company cars

Company-provided phone and IT equipment

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance of three times salary

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• Current Driving Licence and Passport required.
• Experience in proactive customer service and sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of accounts.
• Deliver expected revenue against budget.
• Develop new business alongside the sales team.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Degree or engineering qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job title: Technical Sales Engineer (home based)

Responsible to: Northern Sales Manager

The purpose of your job is to...

• Manage existing sales accounts in a defined geographic area.
• Develop new opportunities with the existing sales team.
• Prospect and grow new accounts in a defined geographic area.
• Develop and grow market share in line with business strategy.

To do this well you must be able to demonstrate that you are...

• Results driven to grow & manage the business.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and driven to succeed.
• Able to work as part of a dedicated sales team.

Your responsibilities are ...

1. Manage and grow a portfolio of accounts.
2. Deliver the expected revenue against budget.
3. Work alongside the area sales team to develop new business.
4. This is an external sales position focused on expanding the current customer base and securing new business, approximately 70% Account Management and 30% new business.
5. Cross-sell the full range of our products.
6. Cover main channels to market: OEM, End User, and Distributors.
7. Seek out, understand, and report industry trends and movements to management.
8. Implement an "Industry Segment Approach" to help our client achieve its desired position in key industry segments.
9. Manage key regional accounts.
10. Provide application engineering support to strengthen our client's position in specific applications.
11. Ensure CRM and pipeline management tools are used and kept up to date.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Person Specification

Attributes

Essential

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• Current Driving Licence.
• Current Passport.
• Resident in the territory (or nearby considered).

Desirable

• Degree or engineering qualification.

Experience

• Experience providing proactive customer service in industrial environments.
• Report writing skills.

• Previous sales experience.
• Knowledge of the belting industry.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office suite).
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills at all levels.
• Logical thinking and methodical approach to organizing information.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain staff confidence.
• Good telephone manner.

Personal qualities

• Self-confident, honest, and open.
• Comfortable working independently and in a team.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Enjoy providing excellent customer service and improving processes.
• Problem-solver, proactive, approachable, supportive, fair, and respectful.

Training

• The company provides comprehensive initial and ongoing training, including technical, commercial, and IT skills.
• Willingness to travel within Europe for training, including overnight stays.
• Ability to stay away from home when required.

Prospects

• High achievers are recognized, with opportunities for advancement in Sales and Business Management.
• International company with English as the business language; additional languages are a benefit for progression.

Package

• Competitive monthly salary based on skills and experience.
• Quarterly and annual bonuses based on achieving targets.
• Choice of company cars.
• Company-provided phone and portable IT equipment.
• Enrolment into the contributory pension scheme after three months.
• Life insurance of three times salary after six months.

About Us

AMMEGA is a global company operating in 40 countries, valuing employees, customers, entrepreneurship, and acting responsibly. Our mission is to provide high-quality belting solutions for various industries, including logistics, food production, fitness, household appliances, and energy.

About the Team

Part of the Ammega Group, with over 6000 employees worldwide, our teams develop careers in a global environment, participating in diverse projects and leveraging extensive expertise in conveyor belting, power transmission, fluid power, and business services. We prioritize safety, professional development, and employee well-being.