Technical Sales Executive – Co. Leitrim
We are recruiting a Technical Sales Executive on behalf of an established and growing manufacturing business based in Co. Leitrim. The company specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of high-quality insulated panel systems and technical building solutions for customers across the construction, industrial and manufacturing sectors.
With a strong reputation in the market and ambitious plans for continued growth, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional to join an established business and play a key role in developing its customer base.
The position will be primarily office-based in Co. Leitrim, with travel to customer premises and project sites as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while proactively identifying and securing new business opportunities.
- Manage the full sales cycle, from initial enquiry and prospecting through to quotation, negotiation and closing sales.
- Promote a range of technical building products and solutions, including insulated panels, doors and associated systems.
- Prepare quotations for both product supply and larger project-based solutions.
- Engage with customers to understand their technical requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.
- Conduct customer meetings and site visits to develop opportunities and support ongoing projects.
- Manage and develop existing accounts, including identifying opportunities for repeat business and re-engaging dormant customers.
- Work closely with internal production, logistics and installation teams to ensure customer requirements are delivered effectively.
- Maintain accurate sales records, manage pipelines and provide regular sales forecasts and updates to management.
- Monitor market activity and identify opportunities to grow sales and increase brand awareness.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a B2B sales, technical sales or product sales role.
- Experience within construction products, building materials, manufacturing, engineering or a related technical industry would be advantageous.
- Previous experience selling insulated panels, modular building systems or related products would be particularly beneficial.
- Proven ability to develop new business and manage existing customer relationships.
- Strong commercial awareness with good negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to understand technical products and communicate their features and benefits effectively to customers.
- Organised, proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple sales opportunities.
- Comfortable working in an office-based environment with regular customer interaction and occasional site visits.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
- Full clean driving licence.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to join an established manufacturing business with ambitious growth plans.
- A varied technical sales role combining account management and new business development.
- Exposure to a diverse customer base across construction, manufacturing and industrial sectors.
- Support from an experienced internal team across production, technical and project delivery functions.
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business.