Field Sales Engineer at Vicit

Manchester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Support, B2B Sales, Account Management, Customer Relationship Management, Problem Solving, Sales Growth, Training, Communication, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Travel, Technical Knowledge, Distributor Management, Complaint Resolution, Product Launch, Quotation Preparation, Microsoft Office

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

COMPANY Our client is a long-established, privately owned global company with a rich heritage in advanced engineering solutions. Headquartered in the UK with operations across Europe and beyond, the company has been at the forefront of innovation for over 70 years. With ISO 9001 certified production facilities and a state-of-the-art global hub for research, technical services, and training, they support a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, electronics, construction, and renewable energy. The business is family-owned and continues to invest significantly in growth, technology, and talent development, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. ROLE DESCRIPTION Our client is seeking a driven and technically minded Field Sales Representative to join their UK team, focusing on B2B sales in the Northern region. This is a customer-facing role ideal for someone who thrives on building strong professional relationships, solving complex challenges, and delivering sales growth. The role involves frequent travel across the region; therefore, candidates must be based in or near Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield, with easy access to the motorway network. The successful candidate will work closely with distributors and industrial customers, providing technical support, developing tailored solutions, and managing accounts with a balanced focus on new business development and existing client retention. Full training will be provided. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Support and develop relationships with distributors and B2B customers across the North UK region Drive regional growth by expanding existing accounts and generating new business opportunities Provide technical support via phone, email, and on-site visits to recommend and implement solutions Troubleshoot and resolve customer complaints and application issues effectively Deliver technical training sessions and new product introductions to distributors Attend trade exhibitions and support promotional activities and product launches Manage sales leads, track project progress, and maintain accurate CRM records Prepare pricing and quotations, offer account support, and liaise with internal teams including customer service and credit control. ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE A-levels in two science subjects and mathematics Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite Proven experience in B2B technical product sales Technically minded with the ability to understand complex products and customer applications Entrepreneurial mindset – able to manage a territory as if it were your own business Based in or within commutable distance of Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the North UK region DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Background or education in chemistry, engineering or a related technical field Additional European language skills Experience working with distributors and integrators in industrial or manufacturing sectors Familiarity with CRM systems and sales pipeline management Experience supporting trade exhibitions or product launch activities

Responsibilities

The Field Sales Engineer will support and develop relationships with distributors and B2B customers across the North UK region, driving regional growth by expanding existing accounts and generating new business opportunities. The role involves providing technical support, troubleshooting customer complaints, and managing sales leads while maintaining accurate CRM records.