Lifting Equipment Sales Specialist - North East
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About the role
GAP Lifting Hire & Sales offers one of the largest ranges of lifting equipment and accessories in the industry. From small shackles and slings to material lifts and aluminium gantries, the division has everything our customers need for lifting any size of load.
Reporting directly to the Technical Sales Manager, the Technical Sales Engineer (TSE) will be responsible for maximizing lifting hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers and winning new business. This includes delivering sales presentations to major account customers at a senior management level and attending depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering.
The TSE will also collaborate with Regional Sales Managers and their sales teams across the GAP Group network to proactively promote hire opportunities for lifting equipment within their existing customer base.
Location: Newcastle to Whitehaven. Flexible on successful candidate's location.
Responsibilities
* Maximize lifting hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers.
* Win new business through targeted sales initiatives.
* Deliver sales presentations to senior management at major account customers.
* Attend depot/customer trade days to promote product offering.
* Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers and their sales teams.
* Promote hire opportunities within existing customer base.
About You
* Significant experience working in a sales role within the hire industry.
* Knowledge in lifting, powered access or hoists is highly desirable.
* Proven track record in exceeding sales targets and generating revenue growth.
* Exceptional communication skills, engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* Effective negotiator and problem solver, able to work under pressure and prioritize workload.
* Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word) and CRM systems.
* Valid driving licence (essential).
About Us
GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering equipment hire throughout the UK. We recruit the best talent to help us grow. As a GAP employee you will enjoy benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team provides you the skills you need and we always promote internally.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* Company car
* Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days
* Contributory pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Employee welfare fund (company‑funded social events)
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health & wellness (well‑being hub, employee assistance helpline, annual flu jab)
Next Steps
Fit the profile and up for the challenge? We would love to hear from you. Apply by uploading your CV and completing our short application form.
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