United Trading Services & Contracting supplies materials and technical support to the foundry industry, backed by more than 40 years of practical experience in casting and foundry production. We are looking for a Technical Sales Engineer – Foundry Materials to support the development of our business with foundries and industrial customers. The role combines technical understanding of foundry operations with commercial responsibility. The successful candidate should be comfortable discussing materials and production requirements with foundry engineers, purchasing teams and management.
Responsibilities Develop and maintain relationships with foundries and industrial customers. Identify requirements for refractory materials, ferroalloys, recarburizers, inoculants, FeSiMg, ferrosilicon, steel shots and related foundry materials. Work with customers to understand their production processes, material requirements and technical issues. Prepare quotations and follow commercial opportunities from enquiry through order. Coordinate with UTSC's suppliers and internal team on product selection, availability and delivery. Support customers with technical information and product selection. Develop new accounts while maintaining existing customer relationships. Monitor market requirements, competitor activity and new foundry projects. Visit customer facilities when required.
Candidate Profile BSc degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field. Experience in foundries, metal casting, refractories, ferroalloys or industrial raw materials is preferred. Commercial awareness and an interest in technical sales. Able to communicate with both technical and purchasing teams. Good written and spoken English. Self-managed, practical and comfortable working directly with customers. Willingness to travel when required. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience