GMP Recruitment is proud to partner with a specialist UK manufacturer of friction materials based in Birmingham, who supply high-quality niche products to a global customer base. We are recruiting on their behalf for a Technical Sales Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This position is based on-site and offers a salary up to £45,000 per annum, plus bonus scheme, dependant on experience.
Our client operates a diverse and complex manufacturing facility involving wet impregnation of multi-ply textiles, dry chemical mixing, pressing, roll-forming, machining, and bonding. With a customer base spanning 70 countries and over 200 active clients, they require a technically minded sales professional who thrives in a consultative sales environment where building long-term relationships is key.
Technical Sales Engineer Main Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain long-term business relationships with a global customer base.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in line with strategic goals.
- Provide comprehensive account management, acting as the key point of contact for assigned clients.
- Prepare and manage quotations and commercial proposals.
- Collaborate with technical and production teams to deliver accurate product costings.
- Understand customer-specific applications for brake and clutch products.
- Create and execute a yearly international travel plan as part of the wider sales strategy.
- Participate in exhibitions and trade shows as both visitor and exhibitor.
- Support digital marketing efforts to increase brand visibility and lead generation.
Technical Sales Engineer required skills and experience
- Proven sales experience, preferably in a technical or manufacturing environment.
- Background in engineering or production would be highly advantageous.
- Strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
- Self-motivated, well-organised and driven with a proactive, “can-do” approach.
- High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.
- Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
- Knowledge of CRM systems, particularly Xapsys, would be beneficial.
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