Sales Executive

Sales Executive – Precision Engineering / Subcontract Manufacturing\n\nLocation: Leicester\nSalary: Depending on experience\nJob Type: Permanent, Full-time\n\nClient\n\nOur client is an established precision engineering company based in Leicester, providing high-quality subcontract machining and manufacturing services to a wide range of industries.\n\nAs part of our continued growth, we are looking to recruit an ambitious and results-driven Sales Executive to strengthen our commercial team.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional with experience in precision engineering or subcontract manufacturing to drive new business and build long-term client relationships.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Identify and develop new business opportunities within precision engineering and subcontract manufacturing\n\n * Manage and grow existing customer accounts\n\n * Handle enquiries, prepare quotations, and follow through to order completion\n\n * Liaise with internal teams to ensure customer requirements are met\n\n * Attend client meetings, site visits, and industry events\n\n * Maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders\n\n * Achieve sales targets and contribute to company growth\n\nCandidate Requirements\n\nEssential:\n\n * Experience in sales within engineering, manufacturing, or subcontract machining\n\n * Strong communication and negotiation skills\n\n * Self-motivated, driven, and target-focused\n\nDesirable:\n\n * Knowledge of CNC machining, turning, or milling\n\n * Ability to read and understand engineering drawings\n\n * Existing contacts within the UK engineering sector\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n * Competitive salary (dependent on experience)\n\n * Commission structure\n\n * Permanent, stable position\n\n * Opportunity to grow within a well-established engineering business\n\n * Supportive team environment