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Job Profile for Sales Engineer - Hydraulics- MC44964
Position: Sales Engineer - Hydraulics
Location: Knowsley
Salary: 50k-60k + Company Vehicle
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Engineer to join a leading hydraulic systems manufacturer and supplier based in the North West. This role will focus on both new business development and expanding existing customer relationships, selling a wide range of hydraulic components and systems including pumps, valves, cylinders, and power units. The successful candidate will join a growing external sales team and play a key role in driving the company's continued success within the fluid power industry.
Job Overview
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers across the North West region.
* Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities within target markets.
* Promote and sell the company's full range of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, cylinders, and related components.
* Work closely with the internal design, engineering, and production teams to provide tailored solutions that meet customer requirements.
* Prepare and present quotations, proposals, and technical information to customers.
* Manage and follow up on leads, enquiries, and tenders to achieve sales targets and company growth objectives.
* Maintain accurate records of sales activity and customer interactions using the company's CRM system.
* Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and generate new leads.
* Provide market feedback and competitor intelligence to management to support business strategy.
* Collaborate with the wider sales team (currently three external sales engineers) to share knowledge and opportunities.
Requirements
* Proven experience in a technical sales or sales engineer role within the hydraulics or fluid power industry.
* Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, and components.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
* Self-motivated and target-driven with the ability to work independently.
* Confident in managing both new business development and existing accounts.
* Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided).
* Willingness to travel throughout the North West region..
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience)
* Company Vehicle: Fully expensed company car included
* Pension: Standard company pension scheme
* Bonus: Group bonus scheme - up to 10% based on overall company performance (net profit)
* Health & Wellbeing: Access to mental health care support
* Holidays: 28 days (including bank holidays)
* Working Hours: 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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