Job Description
Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an ambitious and energetic Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager to join our client based in Glasgow on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a technical sales background in manufacturing or merchandising who is eager to develop their career, gain hands-on experience, and progress within a growing business.
This role would suit applicants who have previously worked as a Technician, Sales Executive, or Engineer.
Shifts:
• Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Salary:
• £28,000 – £32,000 per annum
Benefits:
Your benefits as a Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager
• Competitive salary package • Career development and progression opportunities • Ongoing training and personal development support • Exposure to both technical and commercial aspects of the business • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
Day-to-day duties:
As a Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities • Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers • Engaging with existing clients to expand business opportunities • Supporting marketing, social media, and website campaigns • Conducting market analysis and assisting with strategic planning • Researching potential suppliers to improve cost competitiveness • Evaluating current sales efforts and partnerships to improve performance • Interpreting and creating basic technical drawings • Working with designers to ensure correct product specifications (e.g. gaskets and bolt grades) • Analysing enquiries, drawings, and material specifications • Providing technical support to promote product specification • Assisting in the development of sealing solutions and product innovations • Supporting problem-solving for technical sealing applications • Preparing and submitting accurate customer quotations • Participating in internal and external training initiatives
Essential skills:
To be successful as a Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager, you will need:
• An HND qualification in an engineering-related discipline (essential) • Previous experience in technical sales within manufacturing and/or merchandising • Strong IT skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Basic knowledge of mechanical, chemical, and physics principles • Excellent organisational and time management skills • Strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving abilities • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team • High attention to detail with accurate record-keeping
Desirable experience:
• Experience with technical drawings and specifications • Knowledge of adhesives, tapes, or sealing solutions • Exposure to product development or technical support environments
Training:
Full training will be provided, with ongoing support to develop both technical and business development skills.
Contact:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager, apply today or contact our recruitment team for more information
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
