Technical Sales Executive

Technical Sales Executive - Specialist Laboratory Equipment - Are you ready to thrive in sales If you are driven and experienced in Sales, this could be your next opportunity! This role is based on site in central Manchester. It is a full-time permanent position.

Why Cellerate

Cellerate is a global leader in developing and manufacturing advanced automated systems for battery research and technology scale-up. We specialise in engineering solutions that optimise the quality, performance, and longevity of energy storage technologies, fostering a more sustainable future. Our state-of-the-art portfolio comprises solutions for automated material handling, bespoke cell assembly, and industrial processing.

At Cellerate, you will be part of an innovative environment that drives forward the future of energy storage technologies. We provide professional growth with a supportive culture!

Fantastic company benefits include:

• Competitive Salary of £45,000 per annum with uncapped commission to earn an additional £20,000 to £40,000 depending on performance (OTE £65,000 - £85,000)
• Holiday: 28 days paid holiday per annum (including Bank Holidays)
• Parking onsite
• Excellent office location in city centre with access to transport links
• Employee extras such as flexible working hours, causal dress code, team social activities

About the role:

We're looking for a driven and experienced Technical Sales Executive who thrives on selling. In this full-cycle sales role, you'll focus on closing deals for our high-value, specialist laboratory equipment. You'll visit customer labs, deliver product demonstrations, and build strong relationships with R&D and QC labs in the battery industry across academia and industry. This role is heavily weighted toward sales rather than business development. This role is best suited to someone who thrives on the challenge of winning new business - we need a proactive salesperson who brings energy and determination to every deal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the entire sales process - from identifying and pursuing new opportunities to closing high value deals - with a focus on hitting ambitious annual targets (£1,000,000 to £2,000,000 in sales).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Visit customer labs to deliver tailored product demonstrations and consultative sales presentations.
• Travel internationally to Europe, North America, and beyond (up to one week per month) to meet clients, attend trade shows, and grow the company's global presence.
• Leverage technical aptitude to understand customer needs and communicate solutions effectively.

What We're Looking For:

A driven, high-energy approach to sales, someone who actively seeks out new opportunities and thrives on winning deals

• Experience:
  • Proven experience in technical sales is essential. Experience selling adjacent technical products, such as laboratory or medical equipment, or chemicals, is highly desirable.

• Technical Knowledge:
  • Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant physical science (e.g., Chemistry, Materials Science) is strongly preferred.
  • Technical aptitude to understand our products and customer needs is important; in-depth technical knowledge will be supported by our team.

• Skills & Attributes:
  • A proactive, opportunity-hunting mindset - someone who enjoys identifying prospects, initiating conversations and driving deals forward with energy and focus
  • Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Self-motivated, resilient, and able to manage frequent travel.

Please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship and therefore all applicants need to have the right to work in the UK.

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