Area Sales Manager (Material Handling)

Area Sales Manager (Material Handling)

Job Information

Industry Material Handling
Sector Sales
Location South West and Wales
Package £30K - 40K
OTE £50k-£60k & Hybrid Company Car
Reference JB-863

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 GL, WR, BS, BA, TA, DT, BH, SO & SP 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 GL, WR, BS, BA, TA, DT, BH, SO & SP 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 around the South Coast and with the South West area.

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.