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Job Title: Technical Sales Engineer 
Pay: (£30,000 - £35,000 + Commission & Benefits)
Location: Redditch
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum + Internal Sales Commission Plan
Benefits: Pension (ER 5% / EE 5%), Life Assurance (3x salary), 24 days holiday (including Christmas shutdown), Employee Assistance Program, Bike-to-Work Scheme & more!
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:
Are you a technically minded sales professional with a background in mechanical engineering? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can apply your expertise to support clients, drive sales, and deliver innovative solutions?

We are looking for an Inside Technical Sales Engineer to join an established business in Redditch, supplying magnetic separation products and services across multiple industries including Mining, Pharmaceutical, Food, Plastics, Recycling, and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a high-performing technical sales team, liaising with clients, suppliers, and external sales engineers to provide tailored solutions. If you have a passion for engineering, problem-solving, and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
Work closely with the internal sales team to drive revenue growth
Prepare and produce technical sales quotations based on customer specifications and drawings
Provide technical advice and support to external sales teams for bids and tenders
Engage with customers to understand their technical needs and offer tailored solutions
Maintain expert-level product knowledge and communicate complex technical concepts effectively
Build and maintain strong customer relationships to enhance business growth
Ensure accurate pricing and project cost sheets using internal and supplier data
Keep detailed records of opportunities and communications in ERP system (Epicor)What We're Looking For:
Experience in Technical Sales or Sales Engineering (preferred)
Strong technical mindset with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Experience producing technical quotations for mechanical equipment/material handling industries
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Strong commercial awareness and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail, time management, and ability to remain calm under pressure
Full product training will be provided as necessary.Why Join?
Competitive Salary & Commission Plan
Exciting Growth Industry - Work with a leading company in magnetic separation technologies
Great Benefits - Pension, life assurance, milestone recognition rewards & more
Supportive Team Environment - Work alongside experts in the industryHow to Apply:
Interested in this exciting opportunity? Please click 'Apply' and follow the instructions

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