TRAINEE SALES ENGINEER

This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

Senior Business Development Manager Salary and Benefits

• £42,000 - £45,000
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory
• Life Assurance
• Profit related pay

Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chesterfield, Sheffield

Role Function

The business is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Business Development Manager to join their existing team.  

The primary responsibility of this role is to identify and secure new business opportunities, creating long-term relationships, contributing to the overall growth strategy of the company.

Senior Business Development Manager Candidate Requirements

• Substantial experience in a similar role
• Demonstrable interpersonal skills and confidence to develop strong working relationships 
• Proven ability to manage and analyse large amounts of data, and identify BD opportunities within it
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, spoken and presentational)
• A mature, consultative approach and be able to confidently guide and advise our customers and partners  
• Strategic thinking skills and an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for inspiring and persuading others
• Confident and effective presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative approach
• Excellent range of IT skills

Senior Business Development Manager Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Business Development in building and executing a clearly defined route to market strategy and segment growth for the business, providing training and events as required
• Lead by example to meet and exceed performance expectations and targets 
• Grow and develop assigned existing client relationships, taking ownership of account & quarterly review process with the Head of Business, developing and implement strategic sales plans to meet and exceed revenue targets providing weekly/monthly sales performance reports, forecasts, and market insights
• Market research, staying informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging opportunities
• Provide as required the necessary support, guidance and direction to the Business Development Team
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities, always sharing best practice within the team
• Provide the Head of Business Development with monthly reports highlighting performance across the Business Development Team, against the strategic objectives
• Ensure service is delivered to all customers, all of the time
• Attend shows and exhibitions, group development meetings and successfully follow up on leads
• Regular travel and some over-night stays are required

Role Overview

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth.

They are recruiting for an experienced and commercially minded Sales Operations Manager to work alongside the Director of Sales on all aspects of global sales.

This is a business-critical role, where you will continuously analyse and report on key sales data and activities.  You will be accountable for ensuring all sales processes are followed and a strong business rhythm is maintained at all times within the sales department.

You will also work collaboratively with other areas of the business providing sales input in Marketing, Supply Chain planning and Training metrics.

You must be a team player and will be in continuous communication with our diverse customer base. You will be confident in challenging others, driving change and delivering results.

NB: If you are someone who plays guitar or another musical instrument, this will be highly advantageous. 

Pay and Benefits

• £30,000 - £40,000
• Commission + Bonus
• 33 days holiday
• Sick pay
• Death in service cover
• Unique, relaxed environment
• Casual dress code

Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes

Sales Operations Manager Person Specification

• If you are someone who plays guitar or another musical instrument, this will be highly advantageous.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• A passion for numbers, especially sales/data analytics and the ability to present insights which lead to profitable activity.
• Excellent knowledge of sales administration processes, systems and reporting.
• Experience working in a proactive, target driven, B2B sales environment.
• Track record of giving excellent customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present data.
• A strong desire to continue developing their commercial skills to the highest level.
• Professional, organised, methodical and able to work under pressure.
• This role is primarily based at Northampton; however, the successful candidate may also have the opportunity to travel occasionally e.g. to meet customers and support the sales team at international trade shows such as NAMM Show USA in Anaheim, Music China in Shanghai.

Sales Operations Manager Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Collect, track, analyse, and communicate key sales data, including monthly ‘Global Stock and Sell-Through’ dashboards and reporting.
• Ensure current sales processes are being followed according to our Quality Management System (QMS).
• Propose and support the implementation of new sales systems, processes and reporting.
• Work with the sales team and global distribution customers to execute the sales plan.
• Proactively support the global sales channel, working with the Director of Sales and the Sales Managers to ensure:
• Monthly production order intake from our distributors is in line with budget.
• Sales policies are upheld.
• Global dealer information is collected and analysed to ensure excellent coverage of retailers in all geographies.
• That retailers within the territory carry a representative line-up of products, backed up by a formalised stocking policy.
• An appropriate commitment to New Product orders by all global distributors according to targets.
• That launch plans are carried out effectively, ensuring that sufficient ‘pipeline fill’ has occurred prior to launch.

FIELD PRODUCT DEMONSTRATOR - MOBILITY PRODUCTS

This is a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

This role will cover PE, NN, NR and north IP postcodes.

Required Abilities and Experience

• Ideally you will have had previous experience in the vehicle adaptation, modification business and a good idea how the Motability scheme works.
• A hardworking outgoing person who thrives in dealing with people with disabilities and a passion for improving their vehicle driving experience with the range of vehicle adaptations the business offers.  

Field Product Demonstrator Salary and Benefits

• £30,000 - £35,000, dependant on experience
• Company car
• Commission – uncapped (average pay out is £500 - £2,000 per month)
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory
• Life Assurance
• Profit related pay

Commutable From: East Midlands, West Midlands, Staffordshire, South Yorkshire, Lincolnshire

Field Product Demonstrator Candidate Requirements

• Target driven individual with excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills coupled with a good technical understanding.
• First-class attention to detail is a prerequisite for the role.
• IT literate and competent in using the MS Office Suite.
• Skilled at building and maintaining effective working relationships with customers and dealers alike.
• Possess a logical approach to problem solving.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Regular travel and some over-night stays are required for this role.

Field Product Demonstrator Manager Key Responsibilities

• Identify and fully understand the customer needs.
• Able to demonstrate all products offered by the Company.
• Work with the Head of Business Development to identify and implement opportunities for growth.
• Work closely with the Central Sales Team to assist in the development of both existing and new partners and partner groups.
• Be able to match the right products to meet the needs of the customer.
• Complete all paperwork and CRM.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of all products and services on offer, ensuring the highest level of customer service.
• Attend shows, exhibitions and group development meetings.

This is a great opportunity for a Telesales Team Leader to join a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence.

With over 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

Telesales Team Leader Salary and Benefits

• £25,000 - £28,000
• Commission
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutoryLife Assurance
• Profit related pay
  
  Commutable From: Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Heanor

Telesales Team Leader Candidate Requirements

• Three plus years experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with MRP systems
• Technically minded
• Competent in the use of MS Office Suite
• An active interest in the automotive arena
• A good motivator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Accurate with good attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Good time management skills

Telesales Team Leader Manager Key Responsibilities

• Support to the Head of Business Development and the field team
• Lead the internal teams to meet and exceed targets, setting clear targets and performance expectations
• Support and assist the inbound central enquiry, live chat and online product demonstration teams
• Support recruitment, training and development of the team
• Conduct the full performance management cycle
• Set and track sales targets in conjunction with the business objectives
• Monitor sales procedures and ensure records are comprehensively administered
• Pro-actively communicate sales enquiry opportunities to the Head of Business Development

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a SALES AND TRAINING EXECUTIVE

This is an exciting Organisation to be part of, you would be joining a prestigious, state of the Art bespoke manufacturing organisation. Specialising in either high quality off the shelf modules, to individual new developments.  We are very much at the forefront of brand new technology.

We have been providing pioneering technologies and products to our customers worldwide for a number of years now, out teams are accomplished teams of experts, highly specialised in the development, industrialisation and production.

You will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of Sales and marketing plans within your assigned territory.

Your role will be split between demonstrating and selling time and delivering training courses.  Training courses usually delivered on customer premises

Commutable from  Darlington, Durhan, Carlilse, Newcastle upon Tyne, Gretna Green, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee

Sales and Training Executive Benefits:

• Salary: £38,000
• Bonus
• Company car
• Company contributory pension
• Highly prestigious brand, products and customers
• Pristine and modern working environment
• Market leader with more continued growth predicted
• Unlimited Career progression

Sales and Training Executive Responsibilities:

• Time split between demonstrating / selling time and delivering training courses
• Training courses will be delivered at customer sites
• Develop  territory business plans to grow the business in your area
• Deliver training courses
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships
• Generate quotes
• Communicate new product developments to prospective and existing customers
• Analysis of market trends
• Participate in trade events, exhibitions and promotional events

Sales and Training Executive Requirements:

• Strong sales and customer service experience
• To have previously delivered training 
• Good  knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience of working within a product and services driven industry
• Adaptable, to have skills and experience to be  comfortable switching between training and sales
• Professional and helpful with customers

Company

This is a great opportunity for a Mobility Product Demonstrator to join a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading mobility provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

This is a field-based role which will cover Bristol and South Wales region. 

Mobility Product Demonstrator Salary and Benefits

• 30,000 - £35,000 dependent on experience
• Company car (a new vehicle that is fully kitted out)
• Commission (pays on average £1,000 - £2,000 per month)
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory
• Life Assurance
• Profit related pay

Commutable From: Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Newport

Mobility Product Demonstrator Candidate Requirements

• Previous mobility product experience or similar would be useful but is no essential.
• Take a proactive approach to understanding customer needs and delivering the right solution for each customer.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrate empathy with their customers.
• Be able to understand the technical aspects of our vehicle adaptations (a level of self-learning is expected in addition to the comprehensive training provided), demonstrate the products effectively and comfortably in a manner that gives the customer the level of confidence they need.
• Have good IT skills with competency in the MS Office Suite.
• Be highly organised and self-motivated.
• Have a clean driving licence.
• Regular travel and ‘some’ over-night stays are required for this role.

Mobility Product Demonstrator Manager Key Responsibilities

• Identify and fully understand the customer needs, whether at their home address, a mobility store or a car dealership.
• Demonstrate the full range of vehicle adaptations offered by the Company.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and in the required timescales.
• Attend shows and exhibitions when required. 
• Demonstrate a technical understanding and ability to learn the technical aspects of each product.

Company

This is a great opportunity for a Mobility Product Demonstrator to join a family business where changing people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 35 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading mobility provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, with this role being part of that growth.

This is a field-based role which will cover the Northwest region. 

Mobility Product Demonstrator Salary and Benefits

• Salary is dependent on experience
• Company car (a new vehicle that is fully kitted out)
• Commission – uncapped (pays on average £1,000 - £2,000 per month)
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• 23 days holiday, increasing with service, plus statutory
• Life Assurance
• Profit related pay

Commutable From: Manchester, Liverpool, Blackburn, Warrington, Preston Blackpool

Mobility Product Demonstrator Candidate Requirements

• Previous mobility product experience or similar would be useful but is no essential.
• Take a proactive approach to understanding customer needs and delivering the right solution for each customer.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrate empathy with their customers.
• Be able to understand the technical aspects of our vehicle adaptations (a level of self-learning is expected in addition to the comprehensive training provided), demonstrate the products effectively and comfortably in a manner that gives the customer the level of confidence they need.
• Have good IT skills with competency in the MS Office Suite.
• Be highly organised and self-motivated.
• Have a clean driving licence.
• Regular travel and ‘some’ over-night stays are required for this role.

Mobility Product Demonstrator Manager Key Responsibilities

• Identify and fully understand the customer needs, whether at their home address, a mobility store or a car dealership.
• Demonstrate the full range of vehicle adaptations offered by the Company.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and in the required timescales.
• Attend shows and exhibitions when required. 
• Demonstrate a technical understanding and ability to learn the technical aspects of each product.

Screening Questions - Must be happy to answer yes to them all to be considered:

1.    Are you technically minded and willing to carry out ongoing self-learning to constantly improve your knowledge?
2.    Do you have a clean driving licence?
3.    Are you flexible to be able to travel in your role with some overnight stays?
4.    Are you eligible to live and work in the UK with fluent English language skills?
5.    Have you previously worked mobile and are happy with minimum 3 hours driving each day?

We are looking to recruit an experienced Sales, Telesales, Engineering, or Design professional to join us as a Trainee Recruitment Consultant, where you will work within our high performing, and extremely established team. 

Full training will be provided, coupled with a structured career pathway and uncapped commission, providing you with an opportunity to establish a long-term career, and generous annual on target earnings.

If you have experience in Sales, Engineering, or Design, a willingness to learn, an ability to sell to clients, a strong work ethic, and you’re a resilient character, you may well be what we’re looking for.

Some of the features that a Recruitment Consultant can expect from working for Probe include:

• An Outstanding Commission Scheme – You could earn up to 30% on the fees that you generate, and you can earn commission on 100% of your billings.
• Highly Competitive Basic Salaries – Commensurate with experience. 
• A Structured Career Development Pathway – To Team Manager or Principal level.
• A Highly Knowledgeable Team - You will work with some highly experienced and successful Consultants, some of whom have worked here for over 24 years.
• Free Car Parking Provided
• Pension & Healthcare Provided – After a short qualifying period.
• An Excellent Working Environment – This is a very friendly office culture, and we adopt a mature approach to KPI management.
• Incentives - We run a regular individual and team-based incentives, where you can win prizes and Michelin Star meals.  We also value and reward longevity with long service awards.

Probe has just entered its 30th year in business, and we have extensive relationships with repeat business clients across the UK.  If you are an experienced technical Recruitment Consultant or sales professional, and you would like to find out more, please apply for this role and I’ll be in contact.

I ampleased to be supporting our industry leading manufacturing client in their search for a permeant Mechanical Design Engineer.

Benefits:

• £32,000 - £42,000
• 25 Days annual Leave + Bank Holiday
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance Scheme

This Mechanical Design Engineer role will see you creating 2D & 3D designs using Autodesk Inventor to customer specification to meet increased demand within this growing precision engineering business.

The ideal candidate will be a mechanical design engineer with liaising with clients, supporting technical issues from a design perspective and have exposure to manufacturing environments.

Design Engineer Experience:

• Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• 2D & 3D design.
• Manufacturing exposure.

This role is open to design engineers, mechanical design engineers, senior design engineers and design managers.  

If you are interested in this “Mechanical Design Engineer” role, please apply today for more information and be sure to leave your contact details.

Commutable from: Leicester, Coventry, Lutterworth, Derby, Coalville, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Hinckley, Melton Mowbray, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent, Corby.

With decades of experience, this UK leading business who are part of a large group, have remained at the forefront of their industry.

They are looking for a construction experienced Procurement Manager to develop processes and provide support across the business to ensure best practice and value for money is delivered in the procurement process.

Primary Role Focus

The Procurement Manager will develop robust procurement processes, ensure the business complies with the processes, manage supply chain, including negotiating deals / agreement.

Salary, Hours, and Benefits

• £50,000 - £53,000
• 39 hours per week, 8:30am – 5:00pm, 4:30pm on Friday’s
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 6% employer pension
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance program
• Private healthcare
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounts

Commutable From: Derby, Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham, Tamworth, Lichfield

Candidate Requirements

• Proven Procurement Manager experience within construction or similar.
• Experience of the COINS ERP system. 

Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities

Procedures:

• Develop procurement processes and roll out through the business.
• Ensure compliance with procurement processes including internal audit of buying team / administrators.
• Ensure all suppliers / sub-contractors’ approval and documentation are up to date.
• Manage supply chain to ensure compliance with company standards and legal requirements.

Sub-Contract / Supplier Agreements:

• Negotiate supply / hire agreements / frameworks, including rebates agreements and discounts.
• Monitor risks and opportunities in supply chain and set-up mitigation plans with supplier.
• Engage across the wider group so that the company can utilise group wide agreements.
• Negotiate and agree terms and conditions (back-to-back with the company contract).
• Representing Procurement in project meetings internally and externally, if so required.
• Achieve best value from the supply chain.
• Look to optimise procurement with the target of achieving cost savings across all areas.

Reporting:

• Produce management reports on spend, savings etc.
• Provide cost information to assist in pricing bids.
• Utilise COINS / Harmony systems to analyse spend.
• Ensure Suppliers / Sub-contractors adopt appropriate health and safety requirements.
• Follow up and engage with suppliers on NCRs.

A great opportunity has arisen for a Field Based Machine Tool Service Engineer to join a growing company. My client is a leader in the supplying of CNC systems, Machine tooling and Automation. 

Due to rising demand, they are now looking for a service engineer to join their fantastic team. 

You will also be involved in machine preparation at their showroom, so will ideally live with a 70-mile radius of Finham. If this job sounds appealing to you, please read on. 

Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

• £40,000 – Depending on experience. 
• Company Pension 
• Company Car + Fuel card included.
• Bonus – Depending on company performance.
• In house training
• Tools and Equipment Provided

Maintenance Engineer Duties: 

• 40 Hour working week. (subject to requirements)   
• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of CNC equipment, machining tools and automation systems.
• Identifying technical Issues and rectifying in an efficient manner. 
• Attend breakdowns. 
• Manage records and job recordings including PPM and parts usage.
• Fault finding. 

Maintenance Engineer Requirements: 

• HNC In Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. (or equivalent experience)
• Previous experience as a Field based Tool Service Engineer or Similar role.  
• Knowledge of machine tool operation, automation, and CNC systems. 
• Experience troubleshooting Electrical, Mechanical and Hydraulic systems/  
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.

This is a great opportunity for a Field Based Machine Tool Service Engineer so please apply to find out more details. 

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Coventry, Leamington Spa, Warick, Rugby and surrounding areas.