Job Description
Internal Sales Executive – Mechanical Engineering Products
Office-based | South Devon
£30,000–£37,500 (DOE) + benefits
A well-established specialist engineering manufacturer is looking to appoint an Internal Sales Executive to support and grow a defined range of mechanical products within its portfolio.
This is a commercially focused role within a precision engineering environment. The successful candidate will work with moving mechanical components and must be comfortable understanding specifications, part configurations, and how products integrate within wider propulsion or drive systems.
The Role
* Manage inbound and outbound sales activity for a range of mechanical engineering components
* Support the growth of standalone product lines alongside core propulsion systems
* Interpret customer requirements involving rotational speeds, shaft sizes, ratios, and technical specifications
* Liaise closely with production, procurement, and overseas suppliers to ensure correct product availability
* Manage quotations, purchase orders, pricing, and stock coordination accurately
* Build strong relationships with distributors and engineering customers
* Maintain structured CRM records, forecasting data, and reporting
The Person
* Experience in internal sales, technical sales, or sales support within a mechanical engineering or manufacturing environment
* Comfortable discussing mechanical components and understanding basic engineering concepts (e.g. shaft speeds, gear ratios, tolerances)
* Able to read and interpret technical information and part specifications
* Strong organisational and administrative skills (essential)
* Commercially minded with a proactive sales approach
* Confident communicator who can deal credibly with technically minded customers
* Bright, curious, and capable of learning product detail quickly
What’s On Offer
* Salary of £30,000–£37,500 depending on experience
* Stable, long-term role within a specialist engineering business
* Office-based position in South Devon
* Opportunity to grow with the product range and develop deeper technical expertise
If you’re looking for a sales role within a genuine engineering environment — where mechanical understanding, accuracy, and commercial drive are equally important — this could be an excellent next step.