Tender & Quotation Specialist — Office-Based Sales Pro

KONE; Long Lee; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Bank holidays

Pension scheme

Development opportunities

Hybrid working

Job summary

KONE is seeking a Sales Tendering Specialist (Maternity Cover) to handle inquiries, prepare quotes and coordinate tenders from an office-based role. You will drive sales targets by converting inquiries into orders and coordinating with field teams and technical departments.

In this hybrid office-based role, you will maintain CRM records, produce competitive quotations, and support tender submissions while collaborating with engineers, project managers, and sales staff to ensure timely responses

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or sales support, preferably in a technical or engineering environment.
• Ability to understand and explain technical products and services.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Proactive and collaborative team player.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of lift industry standards and terminology (preferred but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming inquiries via phone, email, or online platforms, providing product information and guidance on lift solutions.
• Generate accurate and competitive quotes for lift installations, repairs, modernizations, and maintenance contracts.
• Assist in preparing and submitting tender documents, ensuring compliance with client requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain records of customer interactions, quotations, and sales activities using CRM systems.
• Stay up to date with lift products, services, and technical specifications to effectively communicate with clients.
• Work closely with field sales representatives, engineers, and project managers to support sales efforts and resolve customer queries.
• Track and follow up on quotations and proposals to convert leads into sales.
• Provide regular updates and reports on sales activity, pipeline status, and customer feedback.

Skills

Communication

Sales experience

Technical product knowledge

MS Office

CRM software

Team player

Attention to detail

Lift industry knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

KONE is seeking a Sales Tendering Specialist (Maternity Cover) to handle inquiries, prepare quotes and coordinate tenders from an office-based role. You will drive sales targets by converting inquiries into orders and coordinating with field teams and technical departments.

In this hybrid office-based role, you will maintain CRM records, produce competitive quotations, and support tender submissions while collaborating with engineers, project managers, and sales staff to ensure timely responses