Company Description

GBC Industrial Tools is a global leader in the manufacture of portable machining tools and fabrication accessories. Trading for over 40 years; with vast industry knowledge and a global distribution network spanning an array of engineering industry sectors.

The Job

We are looking to recruit an experienced sales engineer based in the north of England to join our friendly UK team, based out of our UK headquarters in Bicester, Oxfordshire.

The successful candidate will be responsible in assisting the Sales & Technical Manager in developing both new and existing customer accounts across the business.

The role will require on the road travel, starting in a geographical area. When not travelling, a presence in the office will be expected. Home working will be considered when not on the road for the right

candidate. 

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering sales and technical presentations and demonstrations of our products and services.
• Aiding and advice to our sales team.
• Generating sales leads, negotiating prices, and completing sales.
• Assisting customers with installation queries and product issues.
• Achieving individual sales quotas and team sales goals.
• Training non-technical sales team members.

Requirements

• NVQ level qualification in engineering and / or welding & fabrication is desired, but not essential. Previous work experience will be considered.
• Proven experience in technical sales and customer account management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills with a strong focus on increasing sales revenue.
• Outstanding problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills with experience in building effective customer relationships and resolving customer issues promptly and satisfactorily.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• An ability to relay technical information to non-technical clients.
• Good team working and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel – the role is UK based with most travel being domestic but may, from time to time, require some international commitments.
• Knowledge and working experience of Microsoft Office programs and ERP/CRM database experience is desired (training on company ERP/CRM will be provided).
• Full UK clean driving license.