A dynamic and forward-thinking manufacturer of medical, pharmaceutical and laboratory equipment solutions are seeking an Applications Engineer. As a growing company, they offer opportunities for growth and advancement, as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you are interested in a career that will be both interesting and allow you to progress your skills, then read on
Company Benefits- £40K DOE, 33 Days Holiday Entitlement, Pension, Company Events, Free Parking, Development & Training, Flexitime, Sick Leave, Early Friday Finish.
Applications Engineer- Responsibilities include:
* Providing support in creating customer sales presentations
* Contributing to sales growth, leading to increased order intake and a stronger market presence in the industry
* Attending trade shows and exhibitions across the UK and Europe
* Facilitating business development by identifying OEM partnership opportunities and strategic alliances
* Compiling internal sales documents such as cost sheets, quote templates, and client requirement sketches
* Ensuring client deadlines are met by understanding and meeting their needs
* Collaborating with the Engineering department to align the offered design/solution across the business
* Obtaining relevant project information and drawings
* Working with the marketing department to develop case studies and white papers
* Coordinating with the factory team to determine equipment delivery times and costs
* Monitoring pricing and market trends to make necessary adjustments
* Creating comprehensive handover packages for the Engineering and Project Management teams
* Enhancing technical sales and application knowledge to better support customized or application-driven systems
* Keeping accounts and CRM system up-to-date
* Maintaining an open opportunities log and reporting to the Sales Manager on a weekly basis
* Reviewing incoming leads and inquiries, progressing them as needed to support active sales activities
* Participating in client meetings, whether online or in person
* Preparing and following up on quotations via email and phone
* Taking individual responsibility for sales opportunities
* Updating quote templates and cost sheets based on design changes or price increases from the Supply Chain
* Assisting the Sales Manager in reviewing customer terms and conditions of sale
* Sourcing, contacting, and managing customers, representatives, and distributors
* Supporting or establishing sales representatives in Ireland and Europe
* Collaborating with agents to provide product knowledge and support for project conversion
* Assisting with equipment training provision
Applications Engineer- Knowledge, Skills and Experience Desired:
* Proficient in interpreting technical drawings
* Familiarity with CRM software such as Sage and Salesforce
* Understanding of industry standards such as ISO and GMP Annex 1
* Preferred experience in technical sales
* Background in internal sales and customer service
* Possessing soft skills, including exceptional customer service and interpersonal abilities
* Having relevant technical engineering knowledge
Schedule- Monday-Friday 37.5 Hours
If you do not meet all of the requirements for this Applications Engineer role, still apply. If you think you can bring value to this role, then we want to hear from you or perhaps someone you have in mind. If you do not hear back from us within one week, it is likely you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, we will endeavour to find you another opportunity should this be the case and look forward to receiving your application.