Sales engineer

SALES ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE * Execute on business sales strategy to achieve growth targets and prepare sales reports demonstrating pipeline of opportunities through company CRM tools. * Identify new product opportunities suitable for My clients rsquo;s extensive production capabilities and contribute to the growth of the business in a range of engineering sectors. * Managing and retaining relationships with existing clients, while building client base. * Identify new product development opportunities for composite and polymer solutions in new market sectors. * Attend and exhibit/present at industry conferences, exhibitions, and events. * Identify and research new market sectors with profitable income streams. * Create contacts up to the highest level of decision making, working from new leads through different levels of an organisation rsquo;s hierarchy. * Drafting and reviewing contracts. * Technical liaison between My clients and the client on new enquiries, understanding/interpreting the customers rsquo; requirements and delivering competitive technical and commercial proposals. * Quickly develop an in-depth knowledge of bespoke composite products and the associated value proposition as and when required. * Developing growth strategies and plans, by building on success and identifying areas which need improvement. * Support the project management team to assist smooth introduction of new contracts/products into and through production, aligned to client delivery and quality requirements. KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES * Educated to degree standard or equivalent in engineering. * Minimum 3 years B2B sales experience, preferably in manufacturing/engineering sectors. * Strong track record of account management, closing deals, and achieving sales targets. * Proven ability to negotiate. * Experience of working to and exceeding targets. * Knowledge of composite and/or polymer materials desirable but not essential. * The ability to self-motivate and motivate a team. * Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated business judgment. * Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. * Good computer skills with experience of using the MS Office suite. * Experienced at using CRM systems. * Ability to communicate information, whether technical or non-technical to staff members and customers, in a clear and concise manner. * Confident, proactive, self-starter and enthusiastic self-learner. * Valid UK driving licence