The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems.
Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.
We are the UK’s largest end to end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth, to ensure round the clock coverage for customers and clients alike.
About the Role:
We are actively seeking a Area Development Manager, to join our friendly and dedicated team. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager successful applicants will be targeted on the development and sustaining on new business as well as the management and relationship building of current clients.
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5 Hours per week.
Responsibilities – but not limited to:
Within the role you will be targeted with sourcing new business essential to the growth of the company.
Successful applicants will conduct site visits to evaluate works being requested, confirm the company are in a position to conduct work, quote works and liaise with the operational team to delivery exceptional service in a cost effective and timely manner.
Working closely with the depots managers you will be instrumental in helping the depot achieve sales targets as well as provide accurate forecasts for expected sales.
Due to the nature of the role successful applicants will require a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points. Applicants will be expected to attend on site visits, cold calling and travel when required for regional meetings.
Experience and qualifications required for the role:
Exceptional sales and customer service skills are key to success in this role. We are looking for a dedicated individual who is hungry to do well, ambitious, hardworking and able to show initiative. Applicants will have established sales experience ideally within the multi utility/drainage industry
What you will get in return:
In joining the Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being, growth, and safety of our employees. Through continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual's unique contribution, we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.
What we offer:
* Uncapped earning potential.
* Pension
* Death in service
This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.
The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Sales and Business Development
* Industries
Utilities
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