Sales Engineer

We are looking for a Sales Engineer to work on a permanent basis near Ashton Under Lyne.

Salary is c£32-40,000 per annum plus 25 days holiday and bank holidays, pension, life assurance etc

As a Sales Engineer, you will be part of a busy office environment that covers Sales, Projects, Engineering, Quality, and Management. Your primary responsibility will be to provide essential administrative support to the Sales and Projects teams. This role involves working on high-profile order books for leading OEMs, ensuring smooth communication and coordination with customers and suppliers.

Duties and Responsibilities: As a Sales Engineer, your main tasks will include but are not limited to:

  • Receiving and managing customer inquiries via email, phone, and other channels.
  • Analyzing Bill of Materials (BoM) to identify required manufacturing discipline(s).
  • Liaising with external suppliers when necessary.
  • Logging and tracking customer inquiries using internal trackers and online dashboards.
  • Expediting responses from suppliers to meet project timelines.
  • Calculating total costs for all BoM component parts to create accurate submission documents for customers.

Person Specification: To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualities and qualifications:

  • Strong commercial awareness and customer-facing skills.
  • Background in Engineering with the ability to read engineering drawings.
  • Proactive and “can do” approach to work, with excellent communication skills.
  • Well-organized with a keen attention to detail.
  • Team player with a self-motivated and proactive attitude.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Fast-paced, adaptable, and able to handle a variety of tasks.

Working Environment: This Sales Engineer position offers an office-based, fast-paced, and dynamic working environment. You will have ample opportunities for professional development, including gaining skills in SAP, Excel, and procurement. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you excel in your role.

If the Sales Engineer role could be of interest to you, please call Rebecca at GPW Recruitment or press APPLY NOW!