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Sales Engineer
Bridge Talent Management · Kenya · back to the listing
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What this role officially is
technical sales representative — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Technical sales representatives act for a business to sell its merchandise while providing technical insight for customers.
Also known as: assistant technical sales representative, field saleswoman, inside technical sales representative, field salesperson, technical field sales representative, trainee technical sales engineer
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About the Client
Our client supports a wide range of businesses and homeowners in understanding how renewable technologies can reduce their energy demands and help them meet sustainability requirements. They are highly experienced specialists who enjoy working on innovative projects, providing tailored renewable technology solutions that help clients minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
About the Role
The Sales Engineer (Boilers, Steam Division) will play a key role in driving B2B sales growth within the renewable energy and industrial steam solutions sector. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and providing technical expertise to guide customers in selecting the most effective boiler and steam system solutions for their needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Set and achieve B2B boiler sales and conversion goals.
• Generate high-quality leads, follow up with prospects, negotiate deals, and close sales.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to explain products and services to clients.
• Collaborate with customers and engineers to determine system requirements and suitable solutions.
• Acquire new customers through strategic outreach and competitive conversions.
• Collect and analyze client feedback to inform sales and marketing strategies.
• Identify areas for improvement and communicate insights and solutions to management.
• Support and train team members on technical sales and company services.
• Perform any other duties1 assigned by the supervisor or management.
Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (MBA is an added advantage).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in sales engineering, preferably within the renewable energy or industrial equipment sector.
• Skills & Competencies:
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• Strong understanding of industrial steam boilers and steam generation systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical information for non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork capabilities.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Our client supports a wide range of businesses and homeowners in understanding how renewable technologies can reduce their energy demands and help them meet sustainability requirements. They are highly experienced specialists who enjoy working on innovative projects, providing tailored renewable technology solutions that help clients minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
About the Role
The Sales Engineer (Boilers, Steam Division) will play a key role in driving B2B sales growth within the renewable energy and industrial steam solutions sector. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and providing technical expertise to guide customers in selecting the most effective boiler and steam system solutions for their needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Set and achieve B2B boiler sales and conversion goals.
• Generate high-quality leads, follow up with prospects, negotiate deals, and close sales.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to explain products and services to clients.
• Collaborate with customers and engineers to determine system requirements and suitable solutions.
• Acquire new customers through strategic outreach and competitive conversions.
• Collect and analyze client feedback to inform sales and marketing strategies.
• Identify areas for improvement and communicate insights and solutions to management.
• Support and train team members on technical sales and company services.
• Perform any other duties1 assigned by the supervisor or management.
Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (MBA is an added advantage).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in sales engineering, preferably within the renewable energy or industrial equipment sector.
• Skills & Competencies:
•
• Strong understanding of industrial steam boilers and steam generation systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical information for non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork capabilities.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
Originally posted on Himalayas