Proposals Engineer Our specialised manufacturing client based in the heart of Telford is looking for a Full Time Permanent Proposals Engineer to join the overall sales team, to give support and strategic development. You will be servicing the sales departments customer project enquiries in a timely and accurate manner They will ensure that proposals are completed on time and on budget. The Proposals Engineer needs to be confident dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders and also needs to adapt their style of management and leadership to each situation. In addition, you will be receiving and reviewing requests for quotations from the sales department for the companys products and services. Dealing directly with Sales Team regarding customer and service enquiries. Reviewing and understanding customer specifications and determine, along with the engineering dept, an appropriate technical solution and decide upon suitable equipment to offer. Obtaining costs of materials, consumables, sub-contract work etc. to prepare quotes Preparing quotations in accordance with customer specified requirements, documentation and company policies. Assisting in after sales service where necessary to develop and maintain necessary and assist in project management when required. Assisting sales order administration, conduct contract reviews where necessary and assist in project management when required. Actively work with Sales Team seeking sales and marketing opportunities where possible. Representing the company and visiting customers along with the Sales Team as and when required for bid clarification etc. Carrying out such additional tasks as may become necessary from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the sales operation Ideal Candidate Must have minimum 5 years relevant experience Customer focused rounded professional with a can-do positive attitude. Preferably educated to degree standard in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. From a proposals/sales engineering background in a Marine/Heavy lifting equipment. The successful candidate will have: Excellent sales, negotiation and communication skills. An excellent track record of preparing and presenting detailed proposals and selling equipment to engineering professionals up to board standard in small to global size companies. You must have the ability to help define and successfully execute a sales proposal strategy Good interpersonal skills. Be competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Be familiar with AutoCAD, Inventor and Vault Bright, conscientious, and creative. Problem solver. Be self-motivated and a true team member able to work and succeed Strong drive to rapidly absorb and develop skills in a wide range of engineering disciplines with strict attention to detail. Hours Days Monday Friday Salary £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Benefits Holiday 33 Days On Site Parking If you are interested in this vacancy, please click to APPLY