Regional Sales Engineer

Our client, a well established international manufacturer of industrial automation, interconnection, and interface solutions, is currently recruiting for a Regional Sales Engineer to support its growing business.RoleThe role will be a combination of account management and business development, including the enhancement of existing established customer relationships and development of new business opportunities for a defined area –The role will require that you become knowledgeable with both hardware and software products from various technologies across the product portfolio including Electrical, Interconnect, Automation and CommunicationsBe a problem solver for the client providing solutions to solve design challenges that they face – a genuine interest in technologyIt will require excellent communication skills including an ability to cover a portfolio of existing customer accounts effectively and efficientlyBe commercially astute and possess good business acumenBe capable of reacting swiftly and professionally to customer issues, demonstrating empathy and a creative problem-solving approachIdeally, the role will require that the individual has an electrical or control systems background and has the potential or demonstrated ability to influence at various levels in client organisationsRegular and effective communication with the main office based in DublinAchieve the targets set and contribute to the continued growth in market share of the brandBe proactive and demonstrate initiative in achievement of overall company objectivesBeing flexible to requests by management to undertake additional responsibilities as and when requiredThe role will require travel within Ireland and potentially abroad in the future. Proximity to the Dublin area desiredCore Skills/Attributes:Customer focused attitude – become a problem solver for your customerTranslate technology features to customer solutionsClear, effective & empathic communication abilityAmbition to continuously improveWork ethic & driveAbility to work autonomously & in a team environmentSolid negotiation skillsCommercially astuteElectrical/engineering or related industry backgroundRelevant technical and / or business qualifications desirable