Forklift Truck Sales Engineer
CV-LibraryNationwidepermanentPosted: 22 May 2026
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UK (National Role)
£55,000
PERMANENT
Role Overview
A hybrid commercial and technical role focused on driving forklift truck sales growth across the UK while also providing hands-on engineering support in the early stages of development. The position combines key account management, dealer development, market analysis, and field-based technical support within the material handling sector.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a UK sales strategy to achieve growth targets
* Identify, win, and manage new business opportunities and key accounts
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners
* Develop and support a UK dealer network, including training and product support
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand
* Produce market insights to support business and product decisions
* Carry out hands-on forklift diagnostics, servicing, and repairs (initial phase)
* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults on-site and in workshops
* Provide technical support to customers and dealers to reduce downtime
* Support product development by feeding back market and customer insights
* Work with manufacturing teams to ensure product suitability for the UK market
* Assist in launching new products and supporting aftersales development
Skills & Experience
* Experience in B2B sales within industrial equipment or heavy machinery
* Strong technical background in forklift trucks or similar equipment
* Understanding of the UK material handling/logistics market
* Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
* Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* Willingness to travel across the UK
Personal Qualities
* Commercially driven with a strong focus on results
* Technically confident and strong problem solver
* Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
* Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills
* Adaptable and resilient in a fast-moving environment
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
* Opportunity to join a growing UK operation within a global manufacturer
* Career development in both commercial and technical leadership
Apply now or call Lynsey at Key Recruitment for more information
UK (National Role)
£55,000
PERMANENT
Role Overview
A hybrid commercial and technical role focused on driving forklift truck sales growth across the UK while also providing hands-on engineering support in the early stages of development. The position combines key account management, dealer development, market analysis, and field-based technical support within the material handling sector.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a UK sales strategy to achieve growth targets
* Identify, win, and manage new business opportunities and key accounts
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners
* Develop and support a UK dealer network, including training and product support
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand
* Produce market insights to support business and product decisions
* Carry out hands-on forklift diagnostics, servicing, and repairs (initial phase)
* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults on-site and in workshops
* Provide technical support to customers and dealers to reduce downtime
* Support product development by feeding back market and customer insights
* Work with manufacturing teams to ensure product suitability for the UK market
* Assist in launching new products and supporting aftersales development
Skills & Experience
* Experience in B2B sales within industrial equipment or heavy machinery
* Strong technical background in forklift trucks or similar equipment
* Understanding of the UK material handling/logistics market
* Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
* Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
* Willingness to travel across the UK
Personal Qualities
* Commercially driven with a strong focus on results
* Technically confident and strong problem solver
* Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
* Customer-focused with strong relationship management skills
* Adaptable and resilient in a fast-moving environment
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
* Opportunity to join a growing UK operation within a global manufacturer
* Career development in both commercial and technical leadership
Apply now or call Lynsey at Key Recruitment for more information