Technical Sales Representative - Structural Support

ZipRecruiter; Erith; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to join their Structural Support Solutions team in South London. This role focuses on promoting innovative products and delivering exceptional service in the construction sector. You will leverage your technical sales experience to build strong relationships with customers and drive profitable growth. With a commitment to service excellence and collaboration, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing business while enjoying a competitive salary and various perks. Join a family-oriented company that values your contributions and supports your career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commissions

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Recognition of long service

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Discretionary bonus scheme

Family-oriented company culture

Christmas shutdown period

Referral scheme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales within the construction industry, preferably in temporary works.
• Ability to read drawings and understand the construction process.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow the Structural Support Solutions business in South London.
• Collaborate with engineers and customers to promote the UniShore range.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Solution-based sales

Customer relationship management

Presentation skills

Understanding of construction process

Education

Technical qualification in civil engineering

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Structural Support Solutions business as a Technical Sales Representative for the South London area.

Established in 1981, MGF is a market leader in the design, manufacture, hire, and sale of temporary works equipment for the construction industry. Employing over 440 staff, we operate nationally from 14 locations, manufacturing our own equipment, operating our transport fleet, and having an in-house engineering team that produces design solutions to meet customer requirements.

Our Structural Support Solutions business provides engineering support and hire of specialist equipment to temporarily support existing and new structures during construction and refurbishment. Our goal is to disrupt an established market and grow our business by introducing innovative products and providing service excellence through a dedicated division. We are seeking an experienced sales professional to drive and develop this exciting area of our business.

The Role

Technically minded with an interest in civil engineering and construction, you will work as part of the Structural Support Solutions sales team promoting our market-leading UniShore product range and delivering service excellence that is central to MGF culture.

You will leverage your sales experience to identify new projects and customers, conduct site visits to consult and propose safe, cost-effective structural support solutions, and build sustainable long-term relationships with customers. Collaboration with all MGF divisions will be essential to maximize business, ensure high customer service levels, and meet performance standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Establishing and growing the SSS business in the South London region in line with the business strategy.
2. Collaborating with consulting engineers and customers throughout the construction process to promote the UniShore range and secure profitable business.
3. Delivering profitable growth within your territory by developing new orders and managing existing accounts, focusing on both account and project management.
4. Understanding budget calculations and related figures, such as customer spend.
5. Maintaining high customer service standards, even outside your assigned territory.

Ideal Candidate

Should have:

• Experience in technical sales within the construction industry, preferably in temporary works.
• Technical qualification or experience in solution-based sales.
• Ability to read drawings and understand the construction process.
• Skill in selling solutions and building long-term relationships.
• Territory planning and customer management experience.
• Good presentation skills.
• Team player attitude with strong relationship-building skills internally and externally.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary with significant sales commissions.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Recognition of long service with additional leave.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• A discretionary bonus scheme based on business performance.
• Security of working with a well-established and growing company.
• A family-oriented company culture.
• Christmas shutdown period.
• Referral scheme, on-site parking, and more.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of society. All applications will be treated confidentially.