[ref. d58211920] Technical sales engineer - (fall protection solutions)
A Technical Sales Engineer / Sales Consultant is needed to join Kee Systems, a UK leader in fall protection and height safety solutions. This role will position you at the forefront of the business within a 360 sales role pitching industry leading fall protection and safe access solutions to relevant industrial sectors.
Founded in 1946, Kee are one of the oldest and most respected Safety specialists in the UK. Designing, supplying and installing pedestrian barriers, DDA compliant handrails and safety barriers to sites across the UK they are pioneers of the industry implementing best practice safety solutions, many of which are products that have been purposely developed.Due to ongoing expansion they now require a Technical Sales Engineer / Sales Consultant to spread the word and drive recognition and sales for their fall protection products and services.
As a Sales Engineer / Sales Professional from the engineering, construction, safety solutions or related industries you will work at the forefront of the business, generating and following up on sales opportunities (from both assigned leads and your own proactive outreach).It goes without saying that you’ll attend site visits, prepare quotations, and develop strong relationships, but you’ll also work alongside the Sales Manager imparting ideas and strategies that drive growth beyond individual deals.
Full product training is provided, so although fall protection experience is helpful, it is not essential. In-fact some of our best hires have come from people outside of industry!
Key Requirements: You should be an ambitious, driven and motivated Sales Engineer / Technical Sales Consultant / Technical Account Manager / Business Development Manager / Sales Professional or similar with a CV that demonstrates:
- The ability to spot opportunities whether that is a solution a product or a service;
- A natural ability to communicate with people and build relationships;
- A solid understanding of business and marketing principles;
- The ability to interpret technical information and drawings;
- You are a team player who can also work on their own;
- Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills;
- A full UK Driving Licence;
- Willingness to travel (as required for onsite visits for surveys and quotations).
Additional security screening may be required, eg. DBS check.
In return the successful Technical Sales Engineer can expect an exciting role offering a competitive salary (£35-40k basic DOE + Comm) and benefits that include 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and 3 days allocated for Christmas shutdown), paid overtime and excess travel, company pension scheme, life insurance, company phone, overnight allowance, extensive training and charitable activities and donations.