Technical Sales Specialist Data Center

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

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Sales & Client Support Specialist to conduct technical presentations and support client needs. This role requires strong technical knowledge, 3-5 years in a similar position, and the ability to foster strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in customer-facing roles and relevant technical certifications. A commission-based structure and a collaborative environment are offered.

Benefits

Commission-based structure

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development resources

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience as a Data Center Technician or similar role.
• Proven experience in a sales or customer-facing role within technology.
• Relevant certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Cisco CCNA are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compelling product demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Act as a technical liaison for the sales team.
• Identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities.
• Provide post-sales technical support for customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing on new business strategies.

Skills

Strong knowledge of data center best practices

Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting server hardware

Familiarity with network topologies and protocols

Ability to build rapport with clients

Multilingual (added advantage)

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Dell hardware

HP hardware

Cisco networking equipment

Juniper hardware

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.