Technical Sales Executive – Platform Lifts

Company: SYSTEM RECRUITMENT LIMITED
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Location: Colchester
Job Description:

Technical Sales Executive – Platform Lifts

Job Type: Permanent

Post Code: CO5 0SX

Start Date: ASAP

We are looking to fill a new job opening for a Technical Sales Executive – Platform Lifts in Essex. Prior lift industry experience is not essential, but solid B2B sales experience is, we would ideally like someone with a background in technical sales of high value capital equipment.

As a Technical Sales Executive – Platform Lifts you will;

  • Manage incoming and outgoing enquiries efficiently, providing timely and high-quality responses.
  • Review and qualify enquiries to identify genuine opportunities.
  • Keep the CRM system fully updated, ensuring all sales activities, leads, and opportunities are accurately recorded.
  • Follow up on leads, meetings, proposals, and quotations promptly to maximise conversion rates.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, designers, consultants, and contractor partners.
  • Build a strong understanding of the company’s lift products, systems, and technical solutions.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to deliver accurate proposals, pricing, and technically sound solutions to customers.
  • Coordinate with the supply chain and customers to ensure a smooth, high-standard service throughout the sales process.
  • Represent the business professionally during meetings, presentations, and industry-focused events.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience

  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Ideally have previous experience in lift industry sales, though this is not essential.
  • A solid background in technical sales is required, with the ability to understand and communicate technical solutions confidently.
  • Able to work independently, manage your workload effectively, and remain composed under pressure.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients and colleagues.
  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and fully understanding client needs in relation to our products and solutions.
  • Competent using Microsoft Office and confident working with CRM systems and associated digital tools.
  • Demonstrates a strong work ethic, reliability, and a proactive approach to achieving results.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Sales Executive, Technical Sales Engineer, Account Manager, Business Development Manager and be living within a commutable distance of Essex, Chelmsford, Clacton-on-sea, Sudbury, Hadleigh, Colchester, Braintree, Ipswich or be willing to relocate.

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Posted: May 24th, 2026