Internal Technical Sales

**Internal Technical SalesReports to**: HEAD OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS
**Salary**: £40,000 - £50,000

**Benefits**: Pension, 20 days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays, plus Xmas Holiday shutdown
**Location**: Bletchley, Milton Keynes
**Pattern of work**: Full time, permanent**This role does NOT offer VISA SPONSORSHIPOur Company**
Our client provides Specialist Electronic Materials in industries such as Automotive, Formula 1 & Motorsport, Aerospace, Military & Defence, Medical and more that address the needs of Design, Mechanical and Electronic Engineers to accomplish outstanding technological advances within these markets. They have developed exclusive partnerships with world-leading manufacturers supplying a wide portfolio of products including _Cable and Litz Wire, RFI/EMI Shielding, Thermal Interface Materials, Elastomeric Connectors and Custom Heat Sinks._**The Role**
As part of their continued growth, an exciting vacancy has arisen for a Technical Sales to join their current Sales Team.Training will be given for the role and to be successful you will need a high level of attention to detail, self-motivation with a can-do attitude who takes some initiative in tasks that may be given, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency. Quality of work over quantity is key to be successful in this role.The position suits an individual wishing to work in a small company with exposure to a variety of tasks and willingness to learn new electrical products to be able to provide great customer service. The role will be working very closely with customers and suppliers and building on the relationship.
Training will be provided for the role, and we will work with you to help you become self-sufficient and independent, to help the sales team achieve the sales targets. They are also open to hearing any process changes that you think would improve our current operations to make the business more efficient.**Key Task & Future Tasks**
- CUSTOMER ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT OF DESIGNATED CUSTOMERS
- CREATE AND SEND CUSTOMER QUOTATIONS
- FOLLOW UP QUOTES FOR CONVERSION TO ORDER
- LIAISING WITH SUPPLIERS AND CUSTOMERS’ ENQUIRIES
- TECHINICAL SUPPORT TO CUSTOMERS WITH DESIGN & ENGINEERING QUERIES
- LOG RFQ’s AND TRACK SALES
- CONTRACT REVIEW OF CUSTOMER ORDERS
- UPDATE ON SALES ACTIVITY
- ADVISE ON ANY PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS
- ASSIST WITH ANY ISO DOCUMENTATION
- ASSIST WITH EXPORT COMPLIANCE
- ASSIST MARKETING WITH COMPANY SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS E.G. LINKEDIN, WEBSITE NEW ARTICLES.
- GENERATE AND ASSIST IN DEVELOPING NEW CUSTOMERS
- LEARN PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
- ANSWERING INCOMING TELEPHONE CALLS, DATA ENTRY TASKS
- UPDATING CUSTOMER RECORDS
- Any other duties which may be asked of you according to demands/resources.

**Essential Skills & Experience**:
A proactive mindset is essential, along with the ability to take initiative and work independently. You should have a structured approach to tasks, effectively prioritising and managing your workload while demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility. Strong written and verbal communication skills are key, as well as a willingness to learn and adapt to new products.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- High level of knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Some technical ability and willingness to learn electrical & thermal products
- 5+ years of office experience
- Industry knowledge and experience an advantage
- Sales experience
- Ability to read technical drawings is an advantage
- Supplier relationship management experience is also an advantage
- Experience with Sage is a bonus.
- Exposure to Export is a bonus

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have high level of knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook?
- Do you have knowledge of wiring/ cables?
- Do you have the ability to read technical drawings (this is an advantage)
- Do you have strong organisational skills and the ability to multi-task?
- Do you have Sales and supplier relationship management experience?
- Do you have experience of using Sage or have Exporting experience (both desirable)
- Do you drive and have access to your own transport?
- Do you have eligibility to live and work within the UK without requiring VISA Sponsorship in the future?

Work Location: In person