Field Sales Engineer

The Company Our client is a global leader in industrial automation, supplying innovative engineering solutions to manufacturers across a wide range of industries. With a strong reputation for technical expertise, product quality and customer service, they continue to invest heavily in their people, technology and long-term growth, making them an employer of choice within the engineering sector. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a results-driven Sales Consultant to join a specialist Strategic End User team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing key customer relationships, driving specification opportunities and delivering sustainable sales growth across a portfolio of strategic manufacturing accounts. Working closely with customers, engineering teams and distribution partners, you will take a consultative approach to understanding operational challenges, identifying opportunities for improvement and delivering tailored automation solutions that add measurable value. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement strategic account plans to achieve sales and growth objectives. * Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels across strategic manufacturing customers. * Identify new business opportunities and specification projects within existing and prospective accounts. * Work collaboratively with channel partners and internal teams to maximise account development. * Analyse customer activity and market trends to identify growth opportunities. * Promote a broad portfolio of industrial automation solutions and engineered products. * Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reliability and operational efficiency for customers. * Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular sales forecasting and reporting. * Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the sales process. Skills & Experience Proven B2B sales experience within industrial automation, engineering, manufacturing or another technical environment. Experience managing key or strategic customer accounts. Strong commercial awareness with a consultative sales approach. Excellent communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills. The ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. A proactive, self-motivated approach with a passion for developing long-term customer partnerships. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the territory. Package Up to £50,000 Attractive bonus/commission structure. Company vehicle. Private healthcare. Company pension. Life assurance. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Ongoing technical, product and sales training. Excellent career development opportunities within a global market-leading organisation