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Graduate Sales Engineer – 6420

Graduate Sales Engineer – 6420
Location: Gloucester
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 DOE + Bonuses

Are you a recent engineering graduate (ideally mechanical) looking to break into a sales role where your technical knowledge can make a real impact?

We’re working with a successful and growing business in Gloucester that delivers technical, engineering-based solutions to clients across multiple sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven graduate with a passion for problem-solving, communication and client interaction.

You'll be joining a company that values initiative, invests in its people and offers a clear path for growth – ideal if you're looking to apply your engineering background in a dynamic, people-focused role.

Key Responsibilities of a Graduate Sales Engineer:

  • Building strong relationships with new and existing clients

  • Identifying business opportunities and following up on leads

  • Understanding technical requirements and presenting tailored solutions

  • Preparing quotes, proposals and negotiating terms

  • Working closely with technical and operational teams

  • Attending client meetings and industry events to represent the business

Key Skills of a Graduate Sales Engineer:

  • A degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (mechanical engineering is preferable) 

  • Strong communication skills and commercial awareness

  • A confident, motivated and proactive approach

  • The ability to understand and explain technical products and services

  • Excellent time management and organisation skills

  • Full UK driving licence is essential

Sales experience is a bonus but not essential – full training will be provided for the right graduate with a passion for learning, a consultative approach and an interest in developing a career that combines technical understanding with commercial delivery.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to katie.tyrrell@first-base.co.uk or call Katie on 01453 755330.

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First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial and Engineering sectors.

Location

Gloucester, Gloucestershire
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