​Overview:

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

As a sales engineer you would be expected to develop sales revenues in both new and existing accounts within the OEM, end user & distribution sectors in Scotland.

The main facets of the position are:

• Develop new business by ensuring our automation solutions are designed-in to new OEM projects.

• Key account management of our distribution partners.

• Make sure you have a strong understanding of our automation product portfolio (I/o solutions, Plc's, HMi's etc).

• To strategically plan which potential accounts are primed for growth in the next 5 years.

• KPI management and a genuine hunter type sales personality

• To converse with potential new customers and open new accounts

• To close & win orders

• Reporting to the sales director

REQUIREMENTS:

• The candidate should have at least 3 years experience as an external sales engineer

• The ideal individual would be from within the automation industry

• A demonstrable track record of sales achievement is essential

• A mix of business development and account management attributes are needed for this role

• OEM client relationships and contacts are desirable

• A highly motivated, sales mind set is highly important for this opportunity

COMPANY INFORMATION

This international company is an important provider of automation solutions that include I/o solutions, PLC’s, HMI’s and automation components etc. They have a reputation for offering industry leading products that have a strong technical capability and reliability. This organisation is now looking to strengthen with this key role within its business.