Technical Sales Executive

Technical Sales Executive - Co. Leitrim The Opportunity

We are recruiting a Technical Sales Executive on behalf of an established and growing manufacturing business based in Co. Leitrim. The company specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of high-quality insulated panel systems and technical building solutions for customers across the construction, industrial and manufacturing sectors.

With a strong reputation in the market and ambitious plans for continued growth, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional to join an established business and play a key role in developing its customer base.

The position will be primarily office-based in Co. Leitrim, with travel to customer premises and project sites as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while proactively identifying and securing new business opportunities.

• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial enquiry and prospecting through to quotation, negotiation and closing sales.

• Promote a range of technical building products and solutions, including insulated panels, doors and associated systems.

• Prepare quotations for both product supply and larger project-based solutions.

• Engage with customers to understand their technical requirements and recommend suitable products and solutions.

• Conduct customer meetings and site visits to develop opportunities and support ongoing projects.

• Manage and develop existing accounts, including identifying opportunities for repeat business and re-engaging dormant customers.

• Work closely with internal production, logistics and installation teams to ensure customer requirements are delivered effectively.

• Maintain accurate sales records, manage pipelines and provide regular sales forecasts and updates to management.

• Monitor market activity and identify opportunities to grow sales and increase brand awareness.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a B2B sales, technical sales or product sales role.

• Experience within construction products, building materials, manufacturing, engineering or a related technical industry would be advantageous.

• Previous experience selling insulated panels, modular building systems or related products would be particularly beneficial.

• Proven ability to develop new business and manage existing customer relationships.

• Strong commercial awareness with good negotiation and communication skills.

• Ability to understand technical products and communicate their features and benefits effectively to customers.

• Organised, proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple sales opportunities.

• Comfortable working in an office-based environment with regular customer interaction and occasional site visits.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems.

• Full clean driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join an established manufacturing business with ambitious growth plans.

• A varied technical sales role combining account management and new business development.

• Exposure to a diverse customer base across construction, manufacturing and industrial sectors.

• Support from an experienced internal team across production, technical and project delivery functions.

• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business.