Product Team

Product Team - Scientific Products SpecialistJoin to apply for the Product Team - Scientific Products Specialist role at SMCHome-based, with travel to Milton Keynes, national field based role.The CompanyFrom putting the soles on your shoes to the tarmac they walk on; from a packet of crisps to silicon chips; from wooden toothpicks to electric cars; you’d be amazed at the things we get involved in. We don’t do these things ourselves, of course, but we have worked with the people that do to enable their efforts and dreams to be realised. Sometimes our role is significant; sometimes it’s small, but it’s never trivial and it’s always rewarding.We provide automation and fluid control solutions for factory and laboratory applications. Our target sectors are automotive, food, beverage & packaging, and the life science sectors.SMC Corporation UK Ltd is the wholly owned subsidiary of SMC Corporation in Japan. The UK operation is located at a substantial 14-acre site in Milton Keynes, which houses our UK offices, design, factory, and warehousing.SMC Corporation is the UK and global market leader in its field.The RoleAs a key member of our talented and successful product team, this is an interesting, varied, and challenging customer‑facing role that is designed to support increasing our market share. Working closely with our field sales team you will provide application, product knowledge and sales support during customer visits. The range of product focus includes chillers, heat exchangers, sensors, media separated valves, clean wet pumps, and process gas controls.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate records of activities using our CRM systemGrow sales of the product range through supporting the sales force and their customersUnderstand and have the ability to use the value proposition of the product range to demonstrate business value and grow salesIdentify, research, and gain application knowledge for new opportunities for the product rangePromote the product range by creating marketing material, training material, and identifying trade shows where the range will achieve exposureDevelop strong working relationships with our internal and external customers, consulting with them to solve problems from a technical perspectiveMeet and exceed targetsSkills And ExperienceDesirable: A degree within a Science or Engineering disciplineRequired: HND or equivalent or relevant experienceProven track record of selling, specifying, or developing the product range of chillers, heat exchangers, sensors, media separated valves, clean wet pumps and process gas controlsExperience, skills and knowledge of the types of applications found in the non-invasive life science/medical/electronics industry, as these are the types of market areas you will be working inDemonstrate an ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the businessHighly driven and passionate about making a difference within the industryProven track record of using value propositions to ensure customer satisfaction, increasing retention and customer loyalty to a brandFull UK Driving LicenceCurrent passport as European travel may be requiredWhat We OfferWe give extensive sales, product & application training, both in classroom and in-field.We are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. We welcome applications from all and are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals. SMC has sustainable development goals as we believe in caring for our futures as well as the future of the planet.We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a competitive commission scheme, company car with a fuel card, life assurance, private medical cover, 25 days holiday including a holiday purchase scheme, a salary sacrifice personal pension plan and moreThe Selection ProcessUpon successful application, candidates will be asked to undertake an online interview, online testing and a second interview face‑to‑face, onsite at our SMC Milton Keynes Office. #J-18808-Ljbffr