Graduate Scheme Sales Engineer

Are you passionate about making an impact and always act with integrity?
Do you continuously look to push yourself to achieve new goals? and not afraid to question the status quo by proposing creative solutions to problems.
Would you like to be part of a graduate scheme for our global leading client who has been recognised as one of the World's Best Employers!

This vacancy will be based in Stockport Manchester with the Graduate Scheme starting in September.
The Graduate Sales Engineer will undertake a twelve-month technical and sales program, rotating across various UK sales divisions whilst actively participating in opportunity creation, solution engineering, proposal development, negotiation, closing, booking, and processing customer orders.

Whilst the role is sales-focused we are typically looking for graduates with an engineering discipline.

About the client
Established over 100 years ago and recognised as one of the Worlds Best Employers we are a global leader in automation technology and software.
With over $13 billion of global net sales, we help customers in critical industries, like energy, chemical, power and renewables, life sciences and factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

The Programme

Our Commercial Graduate Sales Engineer, is part of our UK & Ireland Sales group, where you can expect excellent product, sales & technical training, and the opportunity to learn from some of the best managers and engineers in our industries! Located out of our Stockport office you will partake in a twelve-month rotational programme rotating between our key business areas, such as:

• Final Control,
• Measurement & Analytical,
• Isolation Valves and others.

During this time, you will learn about:

• The products and services we offer,
• Collaborate with our sales and technical teams to deliver excellent customer service,
• Contribute to the business growth, increasing sales opportunities with our customers.

Throughout the program, you will be paired with a mentor from our organisation, as well as a buddy who has previously participated in the Graduate Programme. Their guidance and support will ensure your growth and development. In addition, you will be involved in numerous continuous improvement projects which will allow you the opportunity to build your network whilst gaining additional skills and experiences which all support the ongoing success of our organisation.

You'll actively participate in opportunity creation, solution engineering, proposal development, negotiation, closing, booking, and processing customer orders

Upon completion of the program, you will transition into the role of an Inside Sales Engineer. This role will further nurture your professional growth within our business.

You will be required to live within a commutable distance of our Stockport office (or being willing to relocate).

What We Expect From You:

• Minimum of 2:2 university degree or equivalent, in STEM disciplines
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent, to include Mathematics and English Language
• A genuine interest in STEM disciplines
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK & Ireland and abroad
• A Valid Full clean driving license is preferred and the use of a car (there will be frequent travel throughout the programme)
• English fluency to business standard essential Graduate Sales Engineer
• Demonstrate strong communication skills both verbal and written
• IT Literacy and experience in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Demonstrate the Emerson Value

Our Offer to You
You will be working at the heart of our business. This means that the skills and business insight gained can serve as an invaluable foundation for developing your career within our global organisation. We offer plentiful opportunities for advancement and support this through our formal personal development planning process.

Our onboarding program uses a blended learning approach to get you up and running as quickly as possible. You benefit from certified trainers with extensive knowledge of our customers, products and applications.

Our inclusive company culture celebrates the unique perspectives, diversity of thoughts, and exceptional innovation that come to life when we actively seek to hire and develop the best, brightest team members from all backgrounds. These unique points of view help foster fresh thinking and new ideas, ensuring our continued success in the future.