Job Description

Sales & Marketing Graduate

Jenks & Cattell Engineering are seeking motivated Sales & Marketing Graduate to support our commercial growth and customer engagement activities. This is an exciting and varied role focused on building strong relationships with customers and internal teams, driving sales growth, and delivering effective marketing campaigns across key industries.

This role offers exposure to sales, marketing and administration disciplines, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in a B2B manufacturing environment. #

You will work closely with experienced colleagues across the commercial, engineering and operational teams to contribute to our customer acquisition and retention strategies From managing enquiries and building trusted relationships, to executing impactful marketing campaigns, your work will directly influence the company visibility, reputation and financial growth.

You will gain first hand experience in attending meetings with leading brands, organising events, and creating content for key industries including automotive, defence, construction and alternate transport and energy.

If you are a creative thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for manufacturing, B2B and business development, this role will provide you with the tools, mentorship and exposure needed to thrive in a commercially focussed customer-oriented environment.

Salary - 23K -25K + company-wide monthly bonus.
Working Hours - Monday to Thursday 8:30AM - 4:30PM. Friday 8:30AM - 1:30PM.

Requirements

Microsoft software.

AI & social media use in a professional capacity.

Customer relationships.

Desired Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with confidence in customer-facing roles.

A proactive and creative approach to sales and marketing.

Strong organisational and project management abilities.

A good understanding of digital marketing, social media, and lead generation techniques.

An interest in the engineering, manufacturing, or automotive sectors.

Roles & Responsibilities

All team members are expected to demonstrate the following skills and behaviour to an acceptable level:

Competence, initiative, communication skills, positive attitude, understanding of documentation, customer satisfaction, safety, timekeeping, and attendance.

Requirement for a Sales & Marketing Graduate with a passion for B2B sales and marketing. An interest in a manufacturing environment would be beneficial. The role will support the Sales & Marketing team with internal and external communications, digital and print marketing and CSR whilst providing support to sales customer services and lead generation.

Duties include - but not limited to:

Customer Relationship Management & Sales Development:

Build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular communication, site tours, and meetings. Confidently represent the company in customer-facing situations including site visits, presentations, shop floor tours, and quality audits. Generate new sales leads via exhibitions, inbound enquiries, LinkedIn, and cold outreach (calls, emails, print). Develop and grow accounts up to a value of 1 million, managing enquiries through to order handover and after-sales care. Support the sales team in achieving targets, closing deals, and reporting on sales performance. Liaise with internal engineering and project teams to ensure smooth transition of new business and customer requirements. Understand customer and market needs, identifying opportunities for growth and new sectors.

Marketing & Lead Generation:

Execute marketing activities in line with the 3-year sales strategy, tailored to specific customers and industries. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify and target key prospects. Distribute multi-touchpoint marketing campaigns (email, direct mail, social media, merchandise). Design and update marketing materials, including brochures, exhibition graphics, and site signage. Manage social media channels.

Internal Communications & Branding:

Work closely with internal departments to ensure consistency in branding, messaging, and site signage. Guide employees to follow brand guidelines and maintain updated email signatures and internal documents. Plan and deliver charity fundraisers, social events, and community initiatives.

Events & Exhibitions:

Organise and attend national and international exhibitions.

Administration & Support:

Assist with sales administration, reporting, and handling marketing budgets and supplier negotiations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 23,000.00-25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Wolverhampton WV11 3PU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person