Area sales manager

Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Technical Sales Executive required to join a renowned manufacturer of measuring equipment, metrology, engineering products, non-contact measuring / optical measuring equipment, gauging products, workshop tools, and hardness testers to End Users and via industrial distribution. The Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer will cover Ireland and can be based anywhere in the Republic of Ireland. Any prior experience or knowledge of metrology, measurement / inspection equipment, precision tools, workholding, machine tools / accessories, machining products, cutting tools, engineering tools, or precision engineering products would be beneficial; however we rsquo;d consider candidates with knowledge of industrial distribution as well. Package Competitive salary Uncapped commission Company car 5% pension 33 days holiday plus 3 days over Christmas Bupa Role Support the implementation of the Sales strategy Selling measuring equipment, metrology, engineering products, non contact measuring / optical measuring equipment, gauging products, workshop tools, hardness testers to End Users and via industrial distribution Manage and support an existing customer base Working from remotely covering Ireland Selling to and managing industrial distributor network and to End users Selling into the precision engineering / manufacturing industry (including Aerospace, Automotive, Machine Tools, Machining, Defence, etc). Manage own appointments with Buyers/Engineers of existing and prospective customers Develop business relationships with certain Key accounts to maximise business Identify and pursue new opportunities Work alongside Specialists to develop technical customer quotations Attend exhibitions Liaise with various engineering departments Requirements Experience as an Area Sales Manager, Sales Engineer, Technical Sales Executive or similar A background in industrial distribution is essential, however knowledge of metrology sales, machine shop equipment, precision tools, workholding, machine tools / accessories, cutting tools, machining products, or similar would be beneficial A mechanical engineering sales background will also be considered A technical / engineering qualification would be advantageous Must be based in the Republic of Ireland