Job Title: Technical Sales Representative – Export Sales
Location: Maidstone, Kent (office-based)
Salary Range: circa.£35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) + annual bonus
Our client: A well-established a specialist manufacturing and engineering business, looking to grow their already successful export sales team with a an export focussed sales professional.
This role represents a rare and unique opportunity to build experience in a internationally focussed role, with opportunities for international travel as part of the role.
The Role:
As a Technical Sales Representative for our client, you will be an integral part of the export sales team, focusing on expanding their current presence in the Gulf region (high growth area).
Your primary responsibilities will include maintaining and growing key accounts and distributors, following up on leads generated by marketing activities, and prospecting for new business opportunities.
You will provide in-depth technical support to identify and resolve customer challenges using our client’s products and services, ensuring a professional representation that upholds their market-leading image and reputation.
What you will be doing:
- Managing and nurturing relationships with key accounts and distributors across the wider Gulf region.
- Following up on leads and actively prospecting for new business, particularly for core products.
- Delivering technical support to customers, helping them solve problems with Group products.
- Presenting our client’s offerings professionally to maintain their esteemed market position.
- Engaging in rips annually to the Gulf region for distributor meetings and trade shows, following an initial period of domestic experience.
- Collaborating with the sales team to develop strategies for market penetration and growth.
About you:
- Proven track record in managing a sales territory, ideally with some experience in a technical or engineering sales environment.
- A background in engineering is preferred but not essential; however, the ability to discuss technical products confidently is crucial (full training will be provided, but an interest in engineering areas would be useful).
- Strong communication skills in English, particularly for handling emails and quotations.
- A proactive approach to learning and adapting to new challenges.
What you can expect:
- Competitive salary in the £30,000 - £40,000 range, with an annual bonus.
- A supportive office environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- International travel opportunities.
Think this Technical Sales Representative role is right for you?
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You could be right for the Technical Representative position if you've previously worked as any of the following: Sales Engineer, Sales Representative, or similar.
