Technical Sales Executive

Do you from a hands-on marine background and looking to move into a customer focused commercial role?

Our client is a well established supplier to the marine industry and is seeking a Junior Technical Sales Executive to support their experienced technical sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical boating knowledge who enjoys building relationships and wants to develop a long-term career in technical sales.

Full product and technical training will be provided.

The Role

• Supporting the senior technical sales team across Southern England
• Developing new customer relationships and identifying business opportunities
• Visiting boat builders, boatyards, marine manufacturers and other marine customers
• Providing technical advice and product support to customers
• Managing customer relationships through regular face-to-face visits
• Representing the business at key industry events and boat shows
• Home-based role with regular travel throughout the territory
• Office attendance required periodically depending on location
• Frequent travel and occasional overnight stays as part of the role

About You

• Practical experience within the marine industry
• Background in areas such as:
  • Boat building
  • Composite manufacturing
  • Marine coatings or paint
  • Boat repair and restoration
  • Chandlery
  • Marine engineering
  • Other hands-on marine technical roles
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Confident meeting customers and representing a business professionally
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Sales experience is beneficial but not essential
• Full UK driving licence

Candidates should ideally be based within easy reach of the South Coast.

Package

• 32K+ depending on experience
• Company car
• Mobile phone
• Laptop
• Company credit card
• Profit-share bonus scheme
• Full technical and product training
• Long-term career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to use their practical marine knowledge in a commercial role, combining customer interaction, travel and technical expertise within a respected marine business.

for more information contact Jo Priestley - (url removed)

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