Technical Sales Executive – Marine Accessories
Location: Newton Abbot / South Devon (office-based – must be within commuting distance)
Salary: circa £35,000 (flexible for the right person) benefits
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering manufacturer within the marine sector. This is a newly created role focused on building and expanding a marine accessories product category that has historically been sold reactively, despite strong demand.
The business already supplies a range of off-the-shelf accessories that customers purchase regularly, and a new product launch is planned with significant potential (including strong interest in the US market). The right person will help take this category to the next level by making it more visible, more commercially structured, and more proactively sold.
This is primarily a sales role, with responsibility for ensuring the product range is properly supported with stock availability and the right materials to drive growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Proactively grow revenue from a defined range of marine accessories (existing customers new opportunities)
* Drive outbound activity to increase awareness of the range and generate additional sales
* Support product launches: ensure pricing, documentation, and sales/marketing materials are in place
* Work with internal stakeholders to create/maintain technical documentation and product information
* Conduct market and competitor research to support commercial decisions
* Manage/coordinate procurement for outsourced parts/products and supplier communication
* Monitor stock levels and ensure inventory is maintained to meet demand (availability is critical)
* Support promotions, exhibitions and occasional customer/supplier visits as the role evolves
* Maintain accurate records and follow internal processes with strong attention to detail
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in B2B sales (internal sales, technical sales, sales support with a strong commercial edge)
* Comfortable working with technical products and “engineering speak” (mechanical mindset is important)
* Strong administration and organisational discipline (this is essential)
* Confident communicator with a proactive, hands-on attitude
* Able to work office-based; some travel may be required over time (exhibitions/suppliers)
* Marine industry experience is helpful but not essential
What’s On Offer
* A visible role where you can genuinely build something and see the impact of your work
* A stable engineering business with strong ambition and growth potential
* Varied responsibilities across sales, product support and operational coordination
* Competitive salary and benefits, plus long-term development opportunities