Technical Sales Engineer – £25,000 basic (£40,000 OTE) + benefits

Based: Essex

We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong sales background in optoelectronic components for the laser, photonic and optoelectronic industries. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability in selling to leading edge technology industries – including aerospace, communication, medical, petrochemical, pollution monitoring, power generation, space, steel, transport, universities and research.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong sales background in optoelectronic or related industries
• Qualifications in a related discipline
• Outgoing & proactive sales attitude
• Able to relate to customers and take interest in their business
• Keen to develop understanding of company product offering
• Systematic approach
• Attention to detail
• High achiever able to work to targets
• Good team working skills
• Great telephone manner & outstanding listening skills
• Strong face-to-face sales skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer requirement capture
• Business development
• Lead generation
• Proactive sales focus
• Customer account management and relationship building
• Face to face sales with clients so ability to travel is essential

A company that prides themselves on their products capabilities and qualities, and the successful candidate will need to be dedicated professional with experience in selling to technology clients in order to demonstrate the culture and high standards of the business. They have a proven ability to meet their customers’ requirements and are seeking someone with a similar mindset that can demonstrate this from their experience and bring added strength to their team. A dedicated professional with a real passion for sales is this area of technology will be welcomed, noticed and well rewarded.

If this c.£40k full time career position is for you, please contact us. Apply today for a fast response.

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