UK Regional Sales Manager (Two vacancies available: RSM North and RSM South-East)

The main purpose of the role:

To drive, develop and deliver sales growth for Meridian via a network of existing and new integrators and resellers, increasing the penetration and effectiveness of the UK & Eire distribution business across all channels and contributing to Meridian’s overall company success.

Main Duties:

• Develop, deliver and maximise the sales & success of Meridian’s products & DbM brands across all accounts
• Work with the UK Sales Manager to create, manage, and communicate sales plans
• Build effective commercial relationships, achieve objectives and exceed sales targets via the existing reseller network and by developing new customers
• Drive sales success by leading regular business & opportunity reviews, face-to-face meetings and customer demonstrations
• Represent Meridian & DbM brands to promote products at industry and client events
• Work closely with & collaborate across the entire Meridian team to ensure all business opportunities are delivered

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ sales & business development experience with high-performance Audio/Video products and services
• B2B sales and channel growth expertise within the Custom Integration, HiFi, Consumer Electronics or Pro/Commercial Audio sectors
• Proven track record of successfully delivering sales objectives
• Ability to communicate relevant technical information effectively
• Excellent relationship-building and networking capabilities

Skills:

• Evident sales and business development skills
• Ability to influence independent businesses
• Self-motivated and results-focused
• Ability to manage own workload
• Data-driven and willing to be held accountable
• Strong attention to detail

Job Type & Location:

• Full-time, Permanent
• Location - UK field-based with frequent travel required, flexible location  

Salary, Bonus & Benefits Package includes:

• Car Allowance
• Private Family Healthcare
• Private Family Dental Care
• 5 weeks holiday + Statutory Days
• Generous Pension Contributions
• Life Insurance

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and cover letter to hr_manager@meridian.co.uk

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Production Test Technician

The main purpose of the role:

Production testing of Analog and digital A/V products (amplifiers, surround processors, loudspeakers, streaming and video processors) using manual instructions and PC driven test systems.

To perform other tasks within production as and when required.

Main Duties:

• Perform Test on products while following detailed test procedures.
• Functional test and set-up of printed circuit boards.
• Micro-controller code loading.
• Acceptance of sub-assemblies for burn in (soak), including mains safety checks.
• Primary functional testing of chassis sub-assemblies.
• Identification and repair of non-conforming products, including fault finding down to component level and associated record keeping.
• Functional final test of sub-assemblies.
• Assist the Production test and Verification Engineer with production testing and feedback during NPI.
• Compliance testing, A inspection and record keeping of finished products.

Qualifications Required:

BTEC/ONC/HNC level in electronics engineering.

However consideration will be given to other applications with suitable experience and understanding in similar role.

Experience:

• Previous practical experience and a working knowledge of A/V products (amplifiers, surround processors, loudspeakers, streaming and video processors).
• Experience and a working knowledge of Flying probe and bed of nails testing would be advantageous.

Skills:

• Ideally will be familiar with both Analogue and Digital circuit boards.
• Should be IT literate.
• Must be able to read circuit diagrams and follow detailed Test Procedures.
• Must be able to fault find to component level on mixed technology printed circuit boards.
• Must have a good eye for detail and be able to work on own initiative.
• Have a flexible approach to working within a production team environment.
• A proactive approach with attention to detail continues improvement

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm & Friday 7.30am to 12.30pm.

Benefits include:

• Life Insurance
• Company pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 Days holiday, rising to 27 days after 2 years
• Early finish on Fridays
• Private Healthcare
• Private Dental Care
• Employee discounts
• Free Parking

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and cover letter to hr_manager@meridian.co.uk

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Warehouse & Packing Operative

The main purpose of the role:

Receipt & Shipping of product, booking goods into & out of Syspro. Packing and inspection of finished product. Kitting of PCB components ready for PCB production.

Main duties:

• Cycle counting of material
• Material receipts within Goods In.
• Loading & unloading of delivery/collection vehicles.
• Material movements to designated storage area.
• Understanding of H&S requirements to keep the WH safe & tidy.
• Assist in making positive change within the WH to improve overall efficiency.
• Shipping product from Finished Goods WH.
• Preparing shipments pallets.
• Packing and inspection of finished products.
• Creating product labels.
• Scanning products into warehouse
• Build sheets scanned to quality department
• Packing of spare parts and service units and loan stock units.
• Use of MRP system.
• Kitting of 1st and 2nd Stage PCB components.
• Ensuring PCB components are correctly stored and accounted for in the kitting area.
• Use of forklift trucks. Counterbalance & Flexi.
• Some heavy lifting needed.
• To perform other duties as required.

Qualifications required:

No specific qualifications required. A general standard of education is desirable.

Experience required:

Previous WH & fork truck usage experience preferred. Previous experience of packing high value goods is desirable. Knowledge of electronic components to recognise the different types.

Skills required:

• Work unsupervised in a methodical & tidy manner.
• Good organisational skills.
• Must be physically able to lift heavy loads following H&S guidelines.
• Computer literate.
• An individual who works well within a team & alone, who is self-motivated & can work well under pressure.
• Great attention to detail & commitment.
• Strong communication skills, ability to perform to a high-quality standard.
• Flexible and not resistant to change.
• Counterbalance Forklift licence.
• Able to recognise electronic components and have an understanding of handling requirement of such components.

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm & Friday 7.30am to 12.30pm.

Benefits include:

• Life Insurance
• Company pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 Days holiday, rising to 27 days after 2 years
• Early finish on Fridays
• Private Healthcare
• Private Dental Care
• Employee discounts
• Free Parking

If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and cover letter to hr_manager@meridian.co.uk