Technical Sales Specialist Data Center

RM Staffing B.V.; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology staffing agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a professional to fill a technical sales position. The role includes conducting product demonstrations, providing technical consultation, and maintaining client relationships. Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience in data center operations or similar roles, hold relevant technical degrees, and have sales experience in the technology sector. The position offers a commission-based structure with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Commission-based structure

Professional growth opportunities

Access to ongoing training

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Data Center Technician or similar role required.
• Experience in a sales or customer-facing position is a must.
• Relevant technical certifications such as CompTIA A+ or CCNA are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product demonstrations for prospective clients.
• Act as a technical liaison for the sales team.
• Provide post-sales technical support to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Understanding of data center standards

Diagnosing and troubleshooting hardware

Building rapport with clients

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Dell hardware

HP networking equipment

Cisco servers

Juniper gear

Job description

You’ll be the face of our technical expertise, conducting compelling product demonstrations and technical presentations. By effectively communicating the value of our services, you'll help prospective customers understand how our solutions can solve their challenges. Building and maintaining strong client relationships is key; you'll act as a trusted advisor, guiding them through their infrastructure decisions and becoming their go-to resource.

Sales & Client Support

• Act as a technical liaison for the sales team, providing expert product knowledge and technical consultation to potential clients.
• Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities within existing client accounts based on their technical needs and future growth plans.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations for prospective customers, effectively communicating the value proposition of our data center services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on their infrastructure needs.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute strategies for new business acquisition.
• Assist in creating proposals and technical documentation for client solutions.
• Provide post-sales technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction and successful implementation of services.

What We Offer

• A commission-based structure that offers you flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to ongoing training and development resources.

Requirements : Experience

Associate's degree in a technical field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience. A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Minimum of 3-5 years of hands‑on experience as a Data Center Technician, Field Engineer, or similar role.

Proven experience in a sales or customer‑facing role, preferably within the technology industry.

Experience with hardware from major vendors (e.g., Dell, HP, Cisco, Juniper, etc.).

Relevant Skills

Strong knowledge of data center best practices, including cabling standards (e.g., fiber, copper), racking, and power distribution.

Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting server hardware, networking equipment, and related components.

Familiarity with network topologies, protocols (e.g., TCP / IP), and concepts (e.g., VLANs, routing).

Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Cisco CCNA are highly desirable.

A passion for technology and a desire to stay current with industry trends.

Being multilingual is an added advantage.