NATIONAL SALES MANAGER - PLANT MACHINERY
FIELD BASED - SOUTHERN ENGLAND
£65, + BONUS + BENEFITS PACKAGE
CPL Recruitment are working with a highly respected plant machinery dealership to support their search for a high-performing National Sales Manager to take ownership of a specialist product range including loading shovels and material handlers, complemented by a broader construction equipment portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in growing market share across both regional and national accounts, backed by strong internal support teams and an established customer base within the industry.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Driving sales growth through proactive business development, networking, and prospecting
2. Identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities
3. Building and managing long-term relationships with key customers across the waste & recycling sector
4. Leveraging existing industry connections while opening new markets
5. Preparing and following up on customer quotations and proposals
6. Working closely with internal teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
7. Maintaining accurate CRM records and managing your pipeline effectively
8. Supporting product demonstrations to help win new business
9. Achieving and exceeding sales and profitability targets
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
10. Proven success in field-based sales within one or more of the following: Construction or plant equipmentHGV or heavy machineryWaste & recycling solutionsRelated products (attachments, shredders, bodies, etc.)
11. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to close high-value deals
12. Existing industry network (highly desirable)
13. Self-motivated, target-driven, and highly organised
14. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
15. Ability to work independently while staying aligned with wider business goals
IDEAL CANDIDATE
16. You’re a true hunter – driven to win new business
17. You thrive on building relationships and becoming a trusted advisor
18. You take ownership and deliver results consistently
19. You bring energy, credibility, and a solutions-focused mindset
IN RETURN
20. Uncapped earning potential
21. High-quality product range with strong market demand
22. Supportive internal structure (finance, admin, aftersales)
23. Opportunity to shape and grow a key revenue stream
24. Established customer ecosystem to leverage from day one
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and make a real impact in a growing sector, we’d love to hear from you.