Conveyor Belt Sales Representative

Sales Engineer With over 35 years of experience, Wright Engineering is a market leader in the design, manufacture, and installation of materials handling and heavy engineering solutions across various sectors. Recently, the company has successfully ventured into component sales and is now the sole distributor in the UK for the prestigious German-made Gurtec rollers, a primary partner for Martin Engineering products and will soon enter into a similar agreement with a leading European belting manufacturer. The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Sales Engineer to join our team. This role is pivotal in developing our aftersales revenue stream to complement our project-based business. The primary focus will be on selling conveyor belting and identifying additional product lines to drive business growth. This field-based position across the UK offers the right candidate the chance to establish their own path and contribute to the company's expanding portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist engineering firm in a developing role, with ample training and resources provided for a successful career, including sales-based bonuses. Responsibilities * Develop and implement a sales strategy to build a new client base. * Handle new and repeat enquiries via phone and email. * Prepare and return quotations/tenders promptly and professionally. * Follow up on quotations with customers over the phone. * Conduct introductory calls to potential customers. * Meet and exceed monthly sales targets. * Establish and nurture relationships with existing and prospective customers to generate ongoing opportunities. Experience/ Skills We are looking for someone with a strong contacts list and background in the aggregates, recycling or energy sectors. You dont need to have full techinical knowledge of our products, an awareness of them is sufficiant, we will offer training where needed. * Knowledge of conveyor belting * Prior experience in either selling or installing belting is preferred. * Ability to discuss technical concepts with prospective leads. * Willingness to travel. * Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. * Ability to read technical drawings and provide technical quotations to customers. Benefits * Competitive Salary + Bonus Scheme * Company Car or Allowance * Laptop & Mobile Phone * Company Pension Scheme * 25 Days Annual Holiday + Stats