Area Sales Manager Material Handling Equipment | Forklifts & Warehouse Trucks
Salary & Benefits: Competitive base salary + commission | Company car | Fuel card | Pension | Company sick pay
Sector: Material Handling Equipment (MHE) | Forklifts | Warehouse Trucks
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to join a leading material handling solutions provider, specialising in forklifts and warehouse trucks. This is a high-profile, B2B sales role offering a competitive salary, commission, and career progression within a market-leading organisation.
You will be responsible for selling and promoting the full product range of material handling equipment across your local sales territory while delivering exceptional customer service to a diverse range of industries.
Key Responsibilities Relationship Management: Build and nurture long-term relationships with existing customers, understanding their current and future equipment requirements
New Business Development: Identify and develop target accounts, converting prospects into loyal customers
Site Surveys & Specification: Conduct detailed site visits to assess requirements and recommend the most suitable equipment solutions
Proposal & Presentation: Prepare comprehensive proposals and present solutions professionally to decision-makers
Sales Administration: Manage all aspects of truck order administration and maintain accurate records within the CRM system
Customer Service: Ensure a high standard of service and support throughout the sales process
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, commercially aware sales professional with a strong track record in field-based B2B sales, ideally within material handling, industrial equipment, or capital goods sectors .
Key skills and experience include:
Proven success in sales of forklifts, warehouse trucks, or MHE solutions
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of business priorities
Professional communication and presentation skills with attention to detail
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build compelling business cases
Effective planning, organisation, and territory management
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Full UK driving licence
Whats On Offer Competitive base salary and attractive commission structure
Company car and fuel card
Company pension and sick pay
Industry-leading technical and product training
Opportunities for career progression and professional development
A supportive, safety-conscious, and people-focused working environment where team members are valued and empowered
Why Join This Organisation This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading material handling provider with a culture of continuous improvement, service excellence, and career development. You will be supported with technical training, sales tools, and a collaborative environment to enable you to deliver exceptional results and progress your career.
Apply Now We are looking for high-calibre Area Sales Managers with experience in MHE, capital equipment, or similar B2B sales environments. If you have a strong commercial mindset, proven field sales track record, and ambition to succeed, apply today to join a leading organisation where performance, growth, and professional development are rewarded.
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