Sales Executive

Sales Executive – Precision Engineering / Subcontract Manufacturing

Location: Leicester
Salary: Depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Client

Our client is an established precision engineering company based in Leicester, providing high-quality subcontract machining and manufacturing services to a wide range of industries.

As part of our continued growth, we are looking to recruit an ambitious and results-driven Sales Executive to strengthen our commercial team.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional with experience in precision engineering or subcontract manufacturing to drive new business and build long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

* Identify and develop new business opportunities within precision engineering and subcontract manufacturing

* Manage and grow existing customer accounts

* Handle enquiries, prepare quotations, and follow through to order completion

* Liaise with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are met

* Attend client meetings, site visits, and industry events

* Maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders

* Achieve sales targets and contribute to company growth

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

* Experience in sales within engineering, manufacturing, or subcontract machining

* Strong communication and negotiation skills

* Self-motivated, driven, and target-focused

Desirable:

* Knowledge of CNC machining, turning, or milling

* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings

* Existing contacts within the UK engineering sector

What We Offer

* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

* Commission structure

* Permanent, stable position

* Opportunity to grow within a well-established engineering business

* Supportive team environment