Trainee Business Development & Technical Manager

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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

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Location:
Giffnock
Salary:
£30,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Sales;Consulting;Science

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