Technical Sales Specialist

Linde plc; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde plc is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support clients with quotations, contract renewals, and high-value tenders, leveraging scientific knowledge and negotiation skills. As a part of a welcoming environment committed to growth, you'll enjoy generous benefits including a bonus scheme and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Generous pension with up to 10.7% employer contributions

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare trust offering comprehensive coverage

Employee assistance programme

Exclusive access to discount shopping portal

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UKAS schedules of accreditation.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in issuing quotations and proposals.
• Manage contract renewals and client site visits.
• Prepare documents for high-value tender submissions.

Skills

Communication skills

Thermophysical calculations

Negotiation

Education

Degree in scientific discipline

Job description

Posted on: 5/27/2025 - Apply before: 6/14/2025

• As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to support clients in the issuance of quotations and proposals, ensuring sales orders are efficiently acknowledged and processed
• You will be responsible for proactively managing contract renewals by monitoring the contract database, proposing annual site visits to clients, and planning them ahead of their anniversaries
• Working as a trusted expert, you will design calibration gas mixtures tailored to client needs, utilizing advanced thermophysical calculations to deliver accurate and effective solutions
• You will take ownership of high-value tender submissions, preparing and completing documents for major contracts with professionalism and attention to detail
• Furthermore, you will confidently negotiate contract terms and conditions for significant agreements, aligning with company standards while maintaining a client-focused approach
• As part of this role, you will ensure efficiency and accountability by issuing client proposals within two days of receiving required information and contributing to monthly targets of over 120 proposals

What makes you great

• You will holda degree qualification in a scientific discipline or bring substantial mature experience in a related field
• In addition, you will demonstratea strong understanding of the UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) schedules of accreditation, including Reference Materials, Calibration, Inspection, Testing, and Proficiency Testing, enabling you to respond effectively to client requests for accredited services
• You will have knowledgeof relevant legislation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and statutory requirements
• Finally, you will possessexcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with EffecTech’s key client base and maintain strong professional relationships

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, inclusion is core to what we do. As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, we offer enhanced maternity pay, along with a range of leave options to support life’s important moments, such as fertility treatment, adoption and shared parental. Our dedicated menopause policy, champions and employee resource groups, empower you to feel fully supported both professionally and personally.

We’re passionate about helping our employees grow through excellent career progression opportunities. From tailored training programs to ongoing learning and professional development, you’ll have access to the resources you need to thrive!

Here’s a snapshot of the benefits we offer:

• Bonus scheme tied to both individual and company performance
• Generous pension with up to 10.7% employer contributions
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 30 additional days
• Healthcare trust offering comprehensive coverage including neurodiversity assessments for you and your dependents
• Employee assistance programme for your well-being
• Exclusive access to our discount shopping portal

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Not sure if you fulfil the full criteria for this role? Regardless, we'd still like to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application via our online careers site, hearing your story and getting to know you better!

Your contact person

BOC Limited, a Linde company
Jonathan Britain

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BOC Limited, a Linde company acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.