Technical Sales Manager - Ireland

Dublin, D, IE

Leviat EU

Job ID: 485257

Leviat unites the expertise, skills and resources of CRH’s construction accessories companies in a single global organisation.

We imagine, model and make engineered products and innovative construction solutions for a dynamic industry. We support ambitious construction partners to build better, safer, stronger and faster, and help turn awe-inspiring architectural visions into reality. By combining our strengths, we are more agile and responsive to evolving customer needs. From the build of new schools, hospitals, homes and critical infrastructure, to the repair and maintenance of heritage structures, our engineering skills and product technology are making a difference around the world.

Our engineers provide technical design assistance at every stage of a project, from initial planning to installation and beyond. Our technical support services range from simple product selection through to the development of a fully customised project-specific design solution. Our digital engineering tools include industry-leading calculation and design software and Building Information Modelling objects.

Helping to develop a more sustainable built environment is one of the biggest contributions Leviat makes to the communities in which we operate.

About the role

We are currently looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Technical Sales Manager to join our National Sales Team, based flexibly within Ireland or the UK (the role is hybrid working).

The role is responsible for supporting and developing our Ireland distributors and customers by providing them with both technical support and expertise as well as commercial support.

It is the first point of contact for technical enquiries from our key accounts and liaises with both the internal technical team and PDM (Project Design & Management) team, to offer the correct solutions required on the project. You will also engage with both end users and our distribution partners to maintain specification and supply of Leviat products via our distribution network

In addition, it also drives specification via design meetings and delivers the full suite of Leviat CPD’s (Continual Professional Development presentations on our products) to engineers/architects and design teams.

Main responsibilities

In this role you'll:

Provide technical assistance on enquiries from key distributor and end user accounts.
Manage the project pipeline either via distribution or end user/architects.
Prepare and deliver the full suite of CPD presentations to engineers, architects and key customers.
Attend design meetings to assist with technical enquiries and gain specification of Leviat branded products.
Advise on suitability and selection of Leviat Products for specific situations and providing general advice on the performance and applications of Leviat components.
Manage key account relationships.
Help our partners secure product sales in line with area targets and business strategy by presenting our design proposal and benefits of use in a structured and professional manner.
Actively deliver product training on existing and new products in line with overall marketing and sales strategies

Experience & qualifications

To be successful in this role you'll need:

A technical awareness and knowledge of Leviat products (training will be provided).
To be based in or able to regularly travel to Ireland
Good Presentation Skills
Commercial Acumen
Demonstrable negotiation skills and be able to deal with both objections and issues from customers.
To have excellent customer rapport and communication skills
A good understanding of sales process and structure
A knowledge of CRM , Excel and IT
To be pro- active and able to deliver results to deadlines.
A full Clean driving licence

WORKING AT CRH

As a multinational and multicultural organization, CRH recognizes that our diverse and talented global workforce is critical to sustaining competitive advantage and long-term success. At CRH we want to challenge all of our employees to reach their full potential and play their part in the success of our business. We place a strong focus on developing and empowering our employees to help ensure that we have the talent and capabilities we need now and in the future. We also strive to provide an attractive, rewarding and stimulating modern work environment that will engage and inspire our employees to meet the ever evolving standards and expectations of our customers.

COMPENSATION

We offer an international workplace with a lot of opportunities, freedom and flexibility. As such, self – starters who enjoy working in a challenging environment and who can play a role in shaping our future are encouraged to join CRH. We take care of our employees and therefore offer a generous total rewards package, a diverse and inclusive culture and professional development opportunities.

Date: 10 Sep 2023