Technical Sales Representative - Lifting by Design

Brick Vastgoed; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Technical Sales Representative to join their innovative 'lifting by design' initiative. This role is pivotal in addressing heavy lifting challenges faced by clients, utilizing a blend of products and design services. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in the mobile crane sector and rigging solutions, driving business growth through proactive customer engagement and tailored solutions. This company, known for its commitment to employee development and a supportive work culture, offers a competitive salary and a range of attractive benefits, making it a great place for ambitious professionals looking to make an impact.

Benefits

Option to purchase additional days of annual leave

Additional annual leave for long service

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Training and development opportunities

Award and recognition initiatives

Discretionary bonus scheme

Shutdown over Christmas period

Refer a friend scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in lifting equipment and crane rigging scenarios.
• Ability to read lift plans and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver profitable growth while engaging with crane and heavy transport companies.
• Provide solutions-based service linking customers and design engineers.

Skills

Heavy Lifting Experience

Rigging Solutions

Customer Engagement

Sales Presentations

Technical Assistance

Education

Technical Drawing Reading

Appointed Person Certificate

Tools

CRM Systems

MS Office

Job description

Role: Technical Sales Representative - Lifting by Design

Location: Based at any one of our depots across the UK:

• Astley, M29
• Ashton-in-Makerfield, WN4
• Castleford, WF10
• Durham, DH7
• West Lothian, EH54
• Rugeley, WS15
• Stanton, IP31
• Tring, HP23
• Dartford, DA8
• Bristol, BS11
• Exeter, EX16

MGF are pleased to recruit a Technical Salesperson for our "lifting by design" initiative. This exciting role focuses on solving MGF's customers' heavy lifting problems by utilizing a mix of products and MGF's design services to support the lifting industry in non-standard lift applications. This new service bridges the gap between off-the-shelf products and bespoke manufacturing while offering key differentials to the marketplace.

The ideal candidate will have heavy lifting experience and be competent in a range of rigging solutions, with experience in the Mobile Crane Sector.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver profitable growth while engaging with Crane & Heavy Transport Machinery Moving Companies, Design Consultants & Tier One Contractors.
• Provide the link between customers and design engineers to offer a solutions-based service.
• Utilize past experiences of Crane and/or Plant Machinery movement solutions and project implementation to develop new business.
• Proactively engage with target customers to achieve lead generation.
• Support other sales functions within the wider MGF business to encourage lead generation.
• Deliver sales presentations to major account customers at a senior management level and attend depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering.
• Manage appointments, schedules, and time by effectively planning calls, travel, and meetings.

Customer Service and Operational Responsibilities:

• Customer Engagement: Collaborate with all departments to deliver exceptional customer service, understand customer needs, provide technical assistance, and manage key projects and accounts. Maintain service levels, resolve queries, and drive revenue growth through existing and new business opportunities.
• Information Management: Provide timely, accurate information, maintain CRM system updates, manage monthly KPI reports, and issue weekly planners. Ensure proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems.
• System Compliance: Adhere to MGF management systems within your area of responsibility.
• General Assistance: Support the depot/company as needed, maintain positive relationships across departments, attend meetings and training, and ensure personal and vehicle presentation and safety.

The core requirements for this role are:

• Experience in Lifting Equipment & different Crane Rigging scenarios.
• A focused knowledge in Heavy Lifting & Mobile Cranes.
• Experience in reading lift plans.
• Appointed Person Certificate would be advantageous.
• Able to read Technical Drawings.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the following:

• Option to purchase additional days of annual leave
• Additional annual leave awarded to recognize long service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Award and recognition initiatives
• Discretionary bonus scheme based on business performance
• Security of working for a well-established & growing company
• A sense of family is at the core of our company culture
• Shutdown over the Christmas period
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free on-site parking

If you are ambitious and adaptable, with strong commercial awareness, the ability to work in teams, use initiative, and are highly motivated, we are looking for individuals like you.

About MGF:

MGF is a privately owned independent company specializing in the supply of excavation support equipment to the construction industry through hire and sale. Our strategy is to provide a comprehensive service to our customers through continuous investment in our products, infrastructure, processes, and people to achieve long-term sustainable growth. Employing over 460 staff, we operate nationally from 14 locations.

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of society. All applicants will be treated in the strictest of confidence.