Careers at LED Controls

External Sales Engineer - Yorkshire and North East

We are looking for a driven External Sales Engineer to expand our presence across Yorkshire and the North East. You will develop new business, support established customers and represent leading automation brands with confidence and professionalism.

Overview

Location: Yorkshire and North East. Job type: Full time. Salary: Competitive with performance based bonus. Holidays: 24 days plus Bank Holidays.

Key responsibilities

  • Drive sales growth by developing new business and strengthening relationships with established customers.
  • Arrange and attend on site and remote meetings with new and existing customers in your region.
  • Collaborate with partner manufacturers to target strategic industries and accounts.
  • Work closely with the internal sales team to generate leads and opportunities.
  • Identify and nurture prospective clients to build a strong sales pipeline.
  • Keep CRM systems up to date with customer activity, leads and follow up actions.
  • Complete and maintain up to date training on our product range through manufacturer partners.

Ideal candidate

  • Motivated, self starting sales professional with a passion for engineering and customer engagement.
  • Proven experience in an external sales or technical sales role.
  • Strong knowledge of motor control gear, variable speed drives and or PLCs is highly desirable.
  • Excellent personal organisation and time management.
  • Clear communicator able to convey technical and commercial information effectively.
  • Demonstrated success in meeting targets and growing sales.
  • Willingness to go the extra mile when needed.
  • Valid driving licence.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary with performance based bonus.
  • 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Company car.
  • Laptop and mobile phone.
  • Full product training and ongoing development opportunities.

About LED Controls

LED Controls Ltd is one of the fastest growing suppliers of industrial automation and control products in the UK, with over 25 years supporting panel builders and OEMs. We represent trusted brands and pair quality products with practical technical support and service.

Our portfolio spans variable speed drives, soft starters, HMI, PLCs, sensors and a wide range of control gear. We build long standing relationships with customers via our website, trade counter and by phone.

LED Controls office exterior

Life at LED Controls

We are a close knit, fast moving team. We invest in training, work closely with manufacturer partners and give you modern tools to do your best work.

  • Manufacturer training days
  • Supportive, hands on internal sales team
  • Regular team socials
  • Fully stocked kitchen and staff rec room
  • Free parking
LED Controls staff rec room

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How to apply

Send your CV and a short cover email. We look forward to hearing from you.

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