Sales Engineer / Accounts Manager

The Company Our client is a niche manufacturing company.<br><br>Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.<br><br>A leader in their field they are now recruiting for a Sales Engineer/Account Manager.<br><br>The Role You will be responsible for growing the existing customer base in current and new markets to achieve a sustainable and profitable ongoing business.<br><br>Being knowledgeable about products and services offered by the company.<br><br>Promote and increase the sales of products.<br><br>Raising the company profile by attending exhibitions and tradeshows.<br><br>Ability to understand technical drawings.<br><br>Identifying new projects such as product development to tap into new markets sectors.<br><br>Keeping up to date with competitor and market activity in the business area.<br><br>Create and implement strategy for the growth pipeline.<br><br>Develop and implement a structured sales plan for your customers.<br><br>Ensure that a comprehensive database and excellent records are maintained.<br><br>Establishing, maintaining, and expanding your client base.<br><br>Proactively reach out to customers.<br><br>Compiling and analysing sales figures and producing reports.<br><br>Manage sales from concept stage through to enquiry and pricing.<br><br>Follow up identified leads and quotations.<br><br>Site based in the Newcastle area plus occasional travel.<br><br>The Person Previous experience in a similar role.<br><br>Excellent communicator both in written and verbal forms.<br><br>An understanding of construction would be beneficial.<br><br>Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload.<br><br>Proficient numerical skills and ability to demonstrate job costing and pricing.<br><br>Excellent attention to detail.<br><br>An ability to read and understand CAD drawings.<br><br>Must have a driving licence and car.<br><br>The Benefits You will be working for a well-established growing employer.<br><br>An excellent salary.<br><br>Annual performance bonus scheme.<br><br>A good pension scheme.<br><br>A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment. xwzovoh <br><br>The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.