We're Hiring: Technical Sales Engineer
£52,000 - £58,000 + 15% Performance Bonus | Hybrid (2 Days/Week) |
Near Chichester
At Nexus Industrial Memory, we specialise in industrial-grade memory and data storage solutions. We're not your typical distributor - we're a value-added partner who builds lasting relationships and provides genuine technical expertise to our clients.
We're a small, agile team of 5 where every contribution matters.
Now we're looking for a Technical Sales Engineer who can blend technical knowledge with relationship building to help us grow our UK & Ireland business.
What You'll Do as our new Technical Sales Engineer:
Technical Expertise:
* Master our product lines and become a trusted advisor to clients
* Understand complex industrial applications and propose tailored solutions
* Stay current with memory technology trends and innovations
Business Development:
* Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities
* Nurture relationships through long sales cycles (4 months - 3 years)
* Represent us at UK and German trade shows, engaging and qualifying leads
Strategic Impact:
* Translate customer insights into marketing content ideas
* Use LinkedIn and CRM tools to research targets and manage pipeline
* Contribute to our overall sales and marketing strategy
Collaborative Culture:
* Work closely with our international manufacturing partners
* Be part of an "all hands on deck" team environment
* Share your perspective from customer meetings to help us improve
What We're Offering
💰 Competitive Package:
* Base Salary: £52,000 - £58,000
* Performance Bonus: Up to 15% (potential total package £59,800 - £66,700)
* Car Allowance: To support travel and commuting costs
* Holiday: 28 days plus bank holidays
🏡 True Work-Life Balance:
* Hybrid: Just 2 days per week in office (Tuesday + Wednesday for team collaboration)
* Flexible 40-hour week with accommodation for family/caring responsibilities
* Beautiful rural office setting near Chichester with parking
✈️ Growth & Development:
* Full training in our products—no prior memory industry experience needed
* 4-5 weeks annual travel to UK/Germany trade shows
* Direct impact on company strategy and growth
🌟 Culture:
* Family-run company with strong team ethos
* Your voice genuinely matters in this small team
* Celebrate success together through company performance bonus
About You
Essential background and skills:
* Degree or strong background in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
* Excellent communication skills—you can explain complex tech clearly
* Proactive, resilient, and driven to achieve objectives
* Comfortable working in a small team environment
* Valid UK driving licence
Highly Desirable (nice-to-haves!):
* Previous technical sales or business development experience
* B2B sales track record with long sales cycles
* Experience in building and maintaining client relationships
* Familiarity with CRM systems
Your Mindset:
* Entrepreneurial - you see opportunities and take initiative
* Adaptable - you're ready to wear multiple hats
* Tenacious - you don't give up when prospects go quiet
* Curious - you're eager to learn and stay current
Why Nexus?
We're not looking for a typical salesperson. We want someone who:
* Values technical depth over superficial pitches
* Understands that relationships matter more than quick wins
* Wants genuine autonomy and ownership
* Appreciates working somewhere their contribution is visible and valued
If you're a technical professional who's interested in the commercial side, or a technical sales engineer looking for a role with real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to Apply?
Apply via the link below.
We're keen to move quickly with the right candidate - if this resonates with you, don't delay.
Questions? Feel free to reach out for an informal chat about the role.
Nexus Industrial Memory | Specialists in Industrial-Grade Memory Solutions 📍 Near Chichester | 🌐 nexusindustrialmemory.com
🤝 Message to Recruitment Colleagues
This position is currently under exclusive retained search with HFBAC.
I'm working closely with the client on a targeted search strategy.
While I'm not accepting speculative CVs, if you represent an exceptional candidate who genuinely matches this brief, please reach out to discuss potential partnership opportunities.
Thank you for your professionalism and understanding.
Contact: Helen Sanders if you'd like to collaborate.