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Technical Sales Executive

  • Division: Sales & Marketing
  • Contact: Megan O'Doherty
  • Contact Email: megan.odoherty@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 22531
"You'll have the autonomy to make the role your own, the support to develop your career, and the flexibility to achieve the right work-life balance. It's a business where people build long-term careers because they're trusted, valued and given the opportunity to grow." – Managing Director

We are partnering exclusively with a well-established international engineering company based in Cork to recruit a Technical Sales Executive. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with an outstanding reputation, exceptional staff retention and a collaborative culture.
Initially, the focus of the role will be on managing and growing an established portfolio of customers across Ireland and the UK. You'll work closely with customers to understand their requirements, provide technical and commercial support, prepare quotations and identify further development of existing accounts. As the role evolves, there will be opportunities to expand into new business development.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and strengthen relationships with existing customers across Ireland and the UK.
  • Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and maximise customer value.
  • Prepare, manage and follow up on sales quotations.
  • Provide technical and commercial support, responding to customer enquiries and recommending appropriate solutions.
  • Coordinate after-sales support, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Work closely with engineering and service teams to deliver the best outcomes for customers.
  • Maintain accurate customer records and sales activity.
  • Travel to customer sites across Ireland and the UK as required.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience in technical sales, account management or business development.
  • Background in equipment sales, pharmaceutical, engineering or manufacturing industries.
  • Ability to understand technical products and communicate solutions effectively.
  • Strong commercial awareness with excellent relationship-building skills.
  • Experience preparing quotations and managing customer enquiries.
  • Strong understanding of social media platforms, including LinkedIn, with experience creating and publishing engaging content.
  • Experience with business development tools and CRM systems would be advantageous
  • Self-motivated with excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Full driving licence and willingness to travel throughout Ireland and the UK.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Megan O’Doherty
megan.odoherty@collinsmcnicholas.ie
021-4911066

 

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