Technical Sales Engineer - UK , boats and marine environments(m/w)

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in marine and leisure equipment is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer in the UK. This role involves managing client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The successful candidate will have a strong background in technical sales, ideally within the marine sector, and will be responsible for driving sales growth across various market sectors. The position offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive internal training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical sales role, ideally in marine or leisure equipment.
• Strong understanding of UK boating and leisure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage and expand a portfolio of existing clients.
• Identify and acquire new clients across the UK market.
• Apply internal procedures and quality policies (ISO 9001).

Skills

Technical Sales

Client Retention

Business Development

Communication

Tools

MS Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Job Description

Phénicia Conseil, on behalf of an international group, a leader in high-quality and innovative equipment for pleasure boating, commercial marine, and the broader leisure industries (including cycling and fishing), is recruiting a:

Technical Sales Engineer – UK (m/w)

Marine & Leisure Equipment

Based in Southern England

Full-time, Permanent (CDI)

“Our client is a long-standing partner to shipbuilders, military markets, fishing and transportation fleets, and is expanding its commercial presence in the UK”.

Your Mission:

As Technical Sales Engineer - UK you will be responsible for:

• Managing and expanding a portfolio of existing clients
• Developing new business opportunities across the UK
• Implementing the company’s quality policies in line with ISO 9001 standards
• Contributing to the growth of a fast-developing European group

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development

• Identify and acquire new clients across the UK market
• Organize regular client visits and sales tours
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events
• Manage communications via phone, email, and CRM tools
• Create sales proposals and quotes
• Register new clients and opportunities in the database
• Handle major/key accounts
• Support sales growth across all relevant market sectors

Client Retention

• Build long-term relationships with existing clients
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and needs
• Effectively communicate client feedback internally

Quality & Compliance

• Apply internal procedures and quality policies (ISO 9001)
• Identify and report non-conformities and suggest improvements
• Propose corrective or preventive actions as needed
• Ensure strict compliance with internal standards

Your Profile:

• Proven experience in a technical sales role, ideally in the marine, boating, or leisure equipment industries
• Strong understanding of the distribution networks and market structure within the UK boating and leisure sectors
• Basic technical knowledge of boats and marine environments is essential
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and CRM systems
• Internal product training will be provided
• Strong internal communication and reporting abilities
• Empathy, professionalism, and a positive, outgoing attitude
• High degree of autonomy, rigor, and initiative

What We Offer:

• Long-term permanent contract (CDI)
• Company vehicle
• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive internal training
• The opportunity to grow within a group experiencing strong international development, with a mix of historic customers and untapped markets

If you're ready to take on a key role in a growing international company and you’re passionate about marine or leisure equipment markets, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply: please send your CV and motivation letter to: [e-mail]