Area Sales Manager (Material Handling)

Area Sales Manager (Material Handling)

Job Information

Industry Material Handling
Sector Sales
Location North London and Surrounding
Package £30K - 40K
OTE £50k-£60k & Hybrid Company Car
Reference JB-861

Job Description

Alexander James Recruiting are currently seeking an experienced and self-motivated sales professional to work for one the UK’s leading material handling dealers covering the NN & MK postcode areas. With steady growth over the last few years, this company offers its Area Sales Managers fantastic commission opportunities and have a strong reputation within the region they work. 

Responsibilities

  • Managing an existing client base across the NN & MK postcodes
  • Business development across the same area  
  • Generate new business by visiting customers on site, conducting site surveys and providing customer quotes for forklift hire
  • Sell a variety of other equipment to include plant hire, access and sweepers
  • Providing a consultative sales approach in order to win new business in the hire and sale of material handling and related equipment
  • Take responsibility for region revenue stream and overall growth

Requirements 

You will ideally have worked in a sales role within forklift trucks before, with a proven track record in the industry. You will be proactive in your approach to selling and will have a solid understanding of equipment hire. The role is covering a well worked patch so the position is ideal for an experienced sales professional from within MHE looking for a change with the opportunity to sell a range of equipment. In terms of location, the company can be flexible for candidates anywhere around  Leicestershire down to Milton Keynes. 

Benefits

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £40,000 depending on experience)
  • Strong, uncapped commission scheme on all equipment not just MHE
  • Hybrid Company Car
  • 24 days holiday + statutory 
  • Competitive Pension Scheme

The Company 

The company are a nationwide dealer of forklift trucks, thus operating in the material handling industry. Selling a variety of products including one of the worlds leading brands, the company have been operating for over 50 years and already have a firm foothold in the East and South Midlands. Due to continued expansion, they’re looking for another sales person to help continue the organizations growth.