At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales of engineering steels and build strong customer relationships across the UK.
- Company: Leading international manufacturer in high-performance engineering steels.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits with opportunities for travel.
- Other info: Extensive travel required; training at West Midlands site for initial months.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact in the engineering and oil & gas sectors.
- Qualifications: Proven technical sales experience and strong understanding of engineering steel products.
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Location: anywhere in the UK
Are you a proven technical sales professional with experience selling engineering steels or supplying the oil & gas sector? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading international manufacturer and supplier of high-performance engineering steels and special alloy products, looking to strengthen their UK Engineering Steels team.
This is a highly technical and commercial role focused on growing market share across engineering steels. You'll act as the primary UK interface between customers and European production mills, driving growth through technical credibility, sector knowledge, and strong commercial acumen.
The Role
- Develop and grow sales of engineering steel and specialist alloy products across the UK.
- Identify, target and win new business opportunities within engineering, oil & gas, energy and industrial markets.
- Manage and develop existing accounts, building long-term customer relationships.
- Conduct customer visits, technical discussions and commercial negotiations.
- Provide technical advice on steel grades, material specifications, mechanical properties and applications.
- Review mill test certificates and material documentation.
- Advise customers on heat treatment processes and their effect on performance and machinability.
- Support customers with technical queries, quality concerns and material selection.
- Prepare quotations, tenders and pricing proposals.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities.
What We're Looking For
- Proven technical sales experience within the engineering steels industry or oil & gas supply chain.
- Strong understanding of engineering steel products, material specifications and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of heat treatment, mechanical testing and non-destructive examination (NDE).
- Experience developing new business and managing customer relationships within technical markets.
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to discuss technical requirements confidently with engineers, procurement teams and end users.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK and occasionally Europe.
The first couple of months will require 2-3 days per week in the West Midlands site whilst training.
If you wish to be considered for this role, please email your cv to (url removed) or call me to discuss on (phone number removed). If you have not heard from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest and encourage you to apply for future opportunities.
Technical Sales Advisor employer: Four Squared Recruitment Ltd
Four Squared is an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, perfect for those looking to grow their careers in finance. With a focus on employee development, we offer opportunities for skill enhancement and professional growth while being part of a friendly team dedicated to accuracy and detail in financial administration. Located in a vibrant area, our office provides a dynamic atmosphere where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our clients' success.
Contact Details:
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