Technical Sales Representative

Blackburn

7 months ago

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Our client has steadily evolved to become one of the UK’s premier suppliers of High-Performance Fibres and Fabrics for the UK Composite and Reinforced Plastic Markets. Their main products are manufactured from Carbon Fibre, Glass Fibre and Aramid Fibre as well as supplying Resins and Adhesives. These products are used in a variety of different markets i.e. Automotive, Aerospace, Marine, Renewable Energy, Sport and Recreation to name a few.

They are now looking to recruit a Technical Sales Representatives to complement our existing sales operation. The areas of operation can be tailored to individual preferences based on location.

Role

Reporting to the UK Sales Manager, you will plan and carry out direct sales activity to support current customers and actively seek out new potential customers in the defined area.

Responsibilities

Prepare and achieve agreed Sales Targets
Customer contact and care through regular visits / communication
Technical support where and when appropriate
Preparation of quotes / sampling and subsequently follow ups
Liaise with various manufacturing units throughout Europe
Joint customer visits with Engineers from relevant manufacturing operations
Attendance at appropriate trade shows and presentations
Overseas visits to various sites around Europe
Liaise with our internal sales support team to ensure customers support is maintained at the highest level

Knowledge and Experience
Ideally, an extensive knowledge of composite materials and processes, though a comprehensive training package will be provided
Candidates with technical qualifications will be preferred though those with suitable experience will also be considered
Strong communication skills both written and oral
Competence in IT is essential
Self-disciplined and a strong desire to achieve
Proven commercial instinct and ability
The ability to work under pressure and achieve targets and deadlines
Essential to function both as an individual and part of a team
Clean driving license
A second European language would be ideal but not essential

Our Offer
Competitive salary package with company bonus
Company car
On job expenses
Comprehensive training programme
Effective and comprehensive support

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