Technical Support Engineer
- Annual Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
- Location: Colchester, CO4
- Job Type: Permanent
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Purchasing and Sales Engineer to join a fantastic company based in Colchester. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop their career in international trade and Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO) purchasing. You will be working in a fast-paced office environment, engaging with vendors and customers to ensure the smooth operation of the supply chain.
Day-to-day of the role:- Researching and liaising with potential vendors to source MRO spare parts.
- Obtaining and comparing pricing from suppliers, negotiating on price and terms of business.
- Preparing and issuing quotations for customers.
- Placing and managing purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery to meet customer needs.
- Coordinating with the warehouse and logistics team to guarantee quality and punctual deliveries.
- Engaging in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
- Providing general customer service and maintaining excellent supplier and customer relations.
- Demonstrable confidence, strong work ethic, and experience in a related role.
- Excellent telephone and communication skills for effective supplier and customer interactions.
- Technical knowledge of Valves, flame arrestors, Tank Protection, Failsafe Equipment, Metering systems, Pipes, Seals, Gaskets, and Process Water Treatment is advantageous.
- Experience in Engineering or Logistics industries is beneficial.
- Foreign language skills are desirable but not essential.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Bonus scheme after the first year of employment.
- Standard working hours with the expectation of flexibility for optimal performance.
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
- Workplace pension with employer’s contribution.
- Private healthcare after the first year of employment.
To apply for the Purchasing and Sales Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
Reference: 52474485
Please note Reed.co.uk does not communicate with candidates via Whatsapp, and we will never ask you to provide your bank, passport or driving licence details during the application process. To stay safe in your job search and flexible work, we recommend visiting JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat labour market abuse. Visit the JobsAware website for information and free expert advice for safer work.
Report this jobNot quite what you are looking for? Try these similar searches
Replace a job alert
Replace a job alert
Get Job Alerts straight to your inbox
"Office Assistant jobs in London"
Your Job Alert has been created and your search saved.
'Saved search name'