Technical Sales Executive

Description:

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Technical Sales Executive to join our successful manufacturing client. The Technical Sales Executive will support the continued growth of our clients domestic and international distributor network. Working closely with the Regional Sales Manager and Customer Service team, you will play a key role in developing sales within your designated territory whilst building strong relationships with distributors, partners and customers.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional with a technical aptitude who enjoys relationship management, commercial development and supporting customers with technical product solutions.
 
Salary | Depends on Experience + 10 Bonus
Location | Norfolk / Suffolk Boarder | Office-based with occasional travel within the territory.
 
Key Responsibilities

Manage and develop an assigned network of distributors in line with company objectives and growth strategies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, customers and business partners.
Support product sales growth across established and developing markets.
Coordinate and promote marketing activities, product training programmes and customer visits.
Work collaboratively with the Customer Service and Estimating teams to ensure quotations are prepared and issued accurately and promptly.
Support distributors and customers through the full sales cycle, from enquiry through to order completion.
Promote the company's product range, technical capabilities and unique selling points to maximise sales opportunities.
Assist in achieving territory sales targets and business objectives.
Conduct regular business reviews with distributors, identifying opportunities for improvement and growth.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements, providing regular feedback to management.
Prepare sales reports, forecasts and activity updates to support business planning.
Assist with commercial negotiations and order management activities.
Ensure pricing and profitability are maintained in line with company guidelines.
Support distributor onboarding, training and ongoing development.
Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and customer meetings.
Travel within the designated territory as required. Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience in a sales, account management, customer service or customer-facing role.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong organisational and administrative abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively to deadlines.
Confident using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
Strong interpersonal skills with a professional and positive approach.
Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a team. Desirable

Experience working with distributors, dealers or partner networks.
Technical sales experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction or industrial sectors.
Degree qualified or equivalent industry experience.
Additional language skills would be advantageous. Benefits & Wellbeing

Life assurance at 3 times basic salary
Up to 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension, with employer contributions increasing to 7% with service
Employee discounts alongside health and wellbeing benefits
Free on-site parking
5-hour working week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (On site)
Opportunity to join a market-leading international business with excellent long-term career prospects. To find out more about this exciting role, please apply for one of our consultants to be in touch