External Sales Engineer – Bulk Handling / Conveyor Components

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Company location Corby, Northants (NN17 4JW)

Company Rulmeca Uk Ltd

Employment type Full-time

External Sales Engineer – Bulk Handling / Conveyor Components

Company: Rulmeca UK Ltd

Location: Home-based – North of England (covering Northern England & Scotland)

About Rulmeca UK Ltd

Rulmeca UK Ltd is part of the global Rulmeca Group, a leading manufacturer of rollers, motorised pulleys, and components for bulk material handling and conveyor systems. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and technical expertise, Rulmeca serves key industries including quarrying, mining, recycling, ports, and power generation.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated External Sales Engineer to join our UK sales team, focusing on developing and maintaining business across Northern England and Scotland. This role combines technical understanding with commercial drive, representing Rulmeca’s full product range of conveyor rollers, motorised pulleys, and components to OEMs, end users, and distributors within the bulk handling sector.

You will be responsible for managing existing customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and providing technical support and product expertise to help customers optimise their conveyor systems.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage sales within the assigned region (Northern England and Scotland).
Visit customers on-site, including quarries, recycling facilities, ports, and power stations.
Identify new business opportunities with OEMs, end users, and maintenance contractors.
Provide technical advice and product recommendations to customers.
Prepare and follow up on quotations, pricing, and tender submissions.
Work closely with the internal sales and technical teams to ensure excellent customer service.
Achieve agreed sales targets and contribute to overall business growth.
Report on market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback.
Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and customer events as required.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in an external sales or technical sales role (preferably in the bulk handling, mechanical, or industrial engineering sectors).
Good understanding of conveyor systems and related components (rollers, pulleys, idlers, belts, etc.) is highly advantageous.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to discuss mechanical products confidently with engineers and maintenance staff.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently within a defined territory.
Proficient in using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Full UK driving license (essential).