Technical Sales Executive

Fuel Storage Solutions; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company in Huddersfield seeks a Technical Sales Executive. In this full-time role, you will prepare detailed technical quotations while engaging with clients to address their needs. Your work will be central to supporting sales and enhancing client relationships through technical expertise and commercial awareness. A strong understanding of engineering concepts, along with proficiency in CAD software and CRM systems, is essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce high quality technical quotations and documentation.
• Strong technical understanding in engineering, preferably with knowledge of fuel storage systems or related industries.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical requirements with competitive pricing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, detailed, and high-quality quotations tailored to client specifications.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements, answering technical queries.
• Maintain and manage the opportunity pipeline within the CRM system.

Skills

Technical quotation production

Communication skills

CAD design

CRM management

Analytical skills

Tools

MS Office

2D and 3D CAD software

Job description

The Technical Sales Executive would be responsible for supporting the growth of Fuel Storage Solutions by preparing accurate, detailed, and commercially competitive quotations. Working closely with clients, the role involves understanding technical requirements, creating professional quotations, and providing technical support throughout the sales process. By combining technical knowledge with commercial awareness, the Technical Sales Executive will help convert opportunities into successful sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, detailed, and high-quality quotations tailored to client specifications and project requirements.
• Carry out necessary engineering calculations, review product specifications, and prepare bills of materials to support proposals.
• Review and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations, recommending preferred options based on cost, quality, and lead time.
• Produce clear, professional, and client-ready documentation and drawings to accompany quotations.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements, answer technical queries, and build credibility.
• Maintain and manage the opportunity pipeline within the CRM system, ensuring accurate records of quotations and client interactions.
• Support the preparation of tenders, bids, and proposals, ensuring both technical accuracy and commercial competitiveness.
• Interpret technical information and create supporting designs using 2D and 3D CAD.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quoting processes, templates, and standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure quotations align with business capabilities and client expectations.
• Uphold company values for quality, safety, and compliance in all activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to produce high quality technical quotations and documentation.
• Strong technical understanding in engineering, preferably with knowledge of fuel storage systems or related industries.
• Competence in 2D and 3D CAD design.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance technical requirements with competitive pricing.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical solutions clearly to clients.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage sales pipelines and opportunities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple quotations and deadlines at once.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to simplify complex technical requirements.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently to deliver results.

As the business never stands still, your role will be required to evolve in line with changing business needs and so will be reviewed on a periodic basis. The above list of responsibilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and you will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the role.

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Work Location

In person