Have you a good grounding in complex electronics engineering covering R&D? And then you've moved into sales within the defence sector? If so, we want to hear from you!Our client, a high technology engineering business operating in the defence market, seek to appoint a Technical Sales Manager. Reporting to the Managing Director the appointed Technical Sales Manager will identify new business opportunities with existing and prospective customers and convert them into sales to meet the company targets for growth and profitability. It is important that you have a technical background covering electronic development for defence markets. On offer is an excellent base salary and benefits package and long term, stable employment for a market leading engineering business with a great R&D team. There\'s lots of great products that customers do want to buy!Role and ResponsibilitiesEstablish and maintain relationships with designated existing and prospective customersCommunicate new product propositions to existing and prospective customersPlan, prepare and deliver responses (inclusive of presentations) to existing and prospective customersMaintain Customer Relationship Management database accurately and in a timely manner and produce a monthly sales reportPromote and develop corporate image and reputation and contribute to overall business development planMaintain extensive knowledge of current market conditions and provide the Managing Director with market activity feedbackSkills and AbilitiesDegree qualified (or equivalent)Experience selling advanced technology and complex engineered systemsProven track record in a technical sales role within defence market. Often you\'ll liaise directly with other engineers (and purchasing and leadership posts too)Excellent proposal presentation skillsConfident working in an autonomous role (you\'ll get supported but will be relied on to be the self-starter the team needs)Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with customers and colleagues at all levelsThis is an excellent role offering generous compensation for the right person. If you\'re right for this role then you\'ll recognise it\'s an opportunity not to be missed. Apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr