Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD – Elland, West Yorkshire, UK
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per year (+ £5,000 car allowance)
Industry: Food Process Engineering / Industrial Equipment Sales
Job Overview
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is hiring a Sales Engineer – Food Engineering for a leading engineering client based in Elland, West Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled sales professional to join a company at the forefront of providing bespoke industrial solutions to the food processing sector.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in solution-based sales, a passion for engineering, and the drive to deliver high-impact results. If you’re an experienced sales engineer looking to advance your career in a niche and growing market, this position offers the challenge and reward you’re looking for.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients in the food and industrial engineering sectors.
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Conduct on-site visits and assessments to understand client needs and propose tailored solutions.
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Prepare and deliver compelling technical and commercial proposals.
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Collaborate with internal engineering, design, and project management teams to ensure project alignment and delivery.
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Lead client presentations and negotiate contracts to secure business.
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Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements.
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Work toward meeting and exceeding sales targets and performance metrics.
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Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings.
Qualifications
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Minimum 5+ years of experience in a technical sales role within the engineering industry.
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Proven success in solution-based sales, preferably in the food processing or industrial equipment sector.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage clients at all levels.
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Experience with technical proposal development and financial bid preparation.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a customer-focused mindset.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
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Full UK Driving Licence is required.
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HNC or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is desirable.
Salary and Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000 per year, plus a £5,000 car allowance. Additional benefits may include:
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Bonus and incentive structures based on sales performance
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Pension contributions
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Mileage reimbursement or company car scheme
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Mobile phone and laptop provided
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Professional development support and training opportunities
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25+ days of paid holiday plus statutory leave
Working Conditions
This is a field-based, full-time position headquartered in Elland, West Yorkshire. Regular travel to client sites across the UK is required. Working hours are typically Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility for client needs or travel. The role involves frequent in-person client interaction and use of CRM tools, proposal software, and engineering data sheets.
Why Work with Us
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD partners with industry-leading employers committed to innovation, quality, and employee growth. This Sales Engineer role places you at the heart of a thriving engineering company that blends technical excellence with customer-centric solutions in the food manufacturing space.
Join a team that values collaboration, forward-thinking, and continuous improvement. This is your chance to grow with a company that’s investing in its people and expanding its influence across the UK’s industrial and food processing markets.
If you’re driven, technically inclined, and ready to lead conversations that shape the future of food engineering, apply today and let’s make things happen.
