JB359: Technical Sales ManagerLocation: Alton, Hampshire (Alton Office 2 days + Home 3 Days)Salary: £45,000 + £15,000 OTEOverview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Technical Sales Manager on behalf of one of our clients.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.Duties and Responsibilities for the Technical Sales Manager: Identify and pursue new business opportunities.Build and qualify a sales pipeline of 5X monthly and annual business target, ensuring all leads, opportunities and client interactions are qualified, accurately tracked and updated.Attend industry events, trade shows, networking functions to promote the company s services and expand professional networks.Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospect clients, consultants and industry influencers to generate leads and secure new projects.Brand ambassador and promotor.Respond to requests for quotes/information/proposals (RFQ, RFI and RFPs) and prepare fee proposals, ensuring timely and accurate submission of all required information.Collaborate with the Operational and Technical Principal Engineer s to develop competitive pricing strategies and bid submissions.Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities and potential opportunities for business growth.Negotiate contracts and close deals through full sales cycles to achieve sales targets and contribute to the company s revenue ..... full job details .....