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An opportunity to become a world class sales person!
The Company:
ifm electronic is a global leader in the field of automation technology. In existence for over 50 years, the family run company is a truly world-class employer with global sales exceeding £1.3BN due to high-quality, innovative solutions and an industry leading company vision, philosophy and principles.
The Role: Graduate Sales Engineer
In order to continue growing successfully, ifm electronic is looking for a high quality individual to join our vibrant sales team on a two year fixed term contract. Your initial role will be to increase the qualified pipeline of new sales opportunities generated and this will be achieved by applying a strategic approach at target companies who are unfamiliar with ifm solutions that can help improve their business. Once qualified, the sales opportunities will be passed to an account manager to complete the selling process. As you gain more experience you will be given responsibility to complete the full sales process.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone to begin or develop their career in sales with a company that implements a world-class sales approach. Reporting direct to a member of senior management you will learn new sales skills and have opportunities to progress further in the company. The role will be based in our Edinburgh office and the successful candidate will be expected to work from there.
At the end of the two year fixed term contract the expectation is that the job holder will be offered a permanent position as a Regional Sales Engineer.
The Person:
Innovative, positive attitude, an enquiring mind and tenacity are essential attributes along with a desire to develop and learn. You must be capable of using your acquired knowledge, skills and abilities to make ifm the preferred choice with the customer. You will also need commercial awareness, self-motivation and the determination to succeed. An ability to work with a variety of communication tools and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.
“The jobholder is a key contributor to the organisation’s goal of having ifm solutions in every automated process in the UK.”
Experience / Qualifications:
Some sales experience and a basic knowledge of industrial automation applications is preferred but not essential. Ideally educated to a minimum of ONC/HNC standard, you possess reasonable Engineering knowledge gained through studies or practical experience in industry.
Full product training will be given.
Competitive salary and commission scheme, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Interested
You must currently reside in the UK and be able to provide the appropriate documentation to work in the UK.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Sales and Business Development
* Industries
Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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