XRF / XRD Sales Specialist UK - Remote or Home Based working

This technical sales role comes to market from a global business and leading manufacturer of test and measurement solutions for use in the Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Oil & Gas and Power Generation industries.  Their constant research and innovation means that they have been able to stay at the forefront of the market and gives you the chance to join amidst a number of new product releases.

Joining as XRF/XRD Sales Specialist for the UK your role will be split between maintaining existing clients and networking to gain new business.  Your responsibilities will include direct sales and promotion of the full product portfolio with a view to growing market share as well as providing after sales support.

Full Responsibilities will include:

• Interpreting and managing customer requirements
• Coordinating successful delivery of sales projects
• Lead the sales process for complex products and applications including solution specification, quote generation, negotiation and order closing.
• Technical presentations and product demonstrations to show how a product will meet client requirements
• Provide technical assistance and product education to new and existing customers
• Attending exhibitions, workshops and seminars
• Reporting to the national sales manager your role will see you working across a wide variety of environments including academic research, Quality assurance within UK manufacturing and R&D facilities as well as environmental industries.
• Support the national sales manager with the development and execution of the business development strategy and the product marketing plan

Sound interesting? To carry out this key position they are seeking a chemist with strong knowledge of XRF / XRD technology who has good commercial acumen. A UK driving license is essential.

Whether you are a proven sales professional or currently in a technical role utilising XRF/ XRD technology and keen to move into sales they would be open to your application.

Key skills and experience sought include:

• HNC/HND or degree qualified in chemistry or similar scientific subject
• Strong commercial acumen
• Technical background covering Analytical Instrumentation, specifically X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
• Good understanding of materials science and Materials testing
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Experience within technical sales into the academic, precious metals, manufacturing or environmental sectors would be ideal but is not essential

In return this home-based role comes with a structured training plan for your development, performance related bonus opportunity, company vehicle and strong employee benefits including up to 12% pension contribution.