Area Sales Manager (Specialist Forklifts)

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established supplier of specialist materials handling equipment who are looking for a new Area Sales Manager across the North East & Yorkshire. Due to recent expansion, the company now require a capable individual to manage and develop their client base across the region working with mainly end users but also forklift providers. With excellent commission potential and a focus on new and existing business this is a great opportunity for an experienced sales professional looking for a new challenge.

Responsibilities

• Managing an existing client base across the North East & Yorkshire
• Developing this client base further through mainly end users whilst also working alongside forklift providers
• Sell through various other channels within the warehouse sector
• Providing a full warehouse solution in selling a specialist forklift product
• Provide a consultative approach and ensure you can advise customers with the right material handling solution

Requirements

This is an exceptional sales role within the material handling sector and the company as such, require an individual with the tenacity, self-sufficiency and the drive to succeed. You will either have a proven track record of selling forklift trucks ideally with a warehouse product focus and a solid job history. However, the company would also consider exceptional sales professionals from various industries as long as you have the right attitude and are willing to learn. Crucially, you will have a reasonable technical ability given that the role requires a strong overall understanding of putting warehouse projects together and being able to consult customers effectively is key. In terms of locality, you can be based anywhere across the North East, Yorkshire or the surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £40k (depending on experience)
• Unrivalled commission potential with genuine opportunity to earn £100k
• Competitive car allowance
• 25 days holiday + statutory
• Phone & Laptop
• Health care scheme
• Competitive Pension

The Company

A true innovator within the material handling sector, our customer has been operating for over half a century and is a supplier of specialist material handling equipment in the form of warehouse forklifts. They have gone from strength to strength since their inception and are known for providing a strong solution across the UK. Due to this continued expansion, they now require an experienced sales professional who is driven and self-sufficient to develop their client base across the North East & Yorkshire.