Role: Technical Sales Representative - Lifting by Design
Location: Based at any of our depots across the UK:
* Astley, M29
* Ashton-in-Makerfield, WN4
* Castleford, WF10
* Durham, DH7
* West Lothian, EH54
* Rugeley, WS15
* Stanton, IP31
* Tring, HP23
* Dartford, DA8
* Bristol, BS11
* Exeter, EX16
MGF is pleased to recruit a "Lifting by Design" Technical Salesperson. This role focuses on solving heavy lifting problems for customers by combining product solutions with MGF's design services to support the lifting industry in non-standard applications. It bridges the gap between off-the-shelf products and bespoke manufacturing, offering key differentiators in the marketplace.
Ideal Candidate: Experienced in heavy lifting sales, preferably with knowledge of the mobile crane sector.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Drive profitable growth by engaging with crane & heavy transport machinery moving companies, design consultants, and Tier One contractors.
* Act as a link between customers and design engineers to provide solutions-based services.
* Leverage past experience in crane and plant machinery movement solutions to develop new business.
* Proactively generate leads through engagement with target customers.
* Support other sales functions within MGF to encourage lead generation.
* Deliver sales presentations at a senior management level and promote products at depot/customer trade days.
* Plan and manage appointments, schedules, and meetings effectively.
Customer Service and Operational Responsibilities:
* Customer Engagement: Collaborate across departments to deliver exceptional service, understand needs, provide technical support, and manage key projects and accounts.
* Information Management: Maintain accurate records, update CRM systems, and produce KPI reports.
* System Compliance: Follow MGF management systems within your area.
* General Assistance: Support depot activities, maintain relationships, attend meetings, and uphold safety standards.
Core Requirements:
* Experience with lifting equipment and crane rigging scenarios.
* Proven ability to develop new accounts.
* Knowledge of heavy lifting and mobile cranes.
* Ability to read lift plans and technical drawings.
Additional Benefits:
* Option to purchase extra annual leave
* Long service awards
* Volunteering leave
* Pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Training and career development opportunities
* Eyecare vouchers
* Discretionary bonus based on performance
* Working for a growing, well-established company
* Company culture emphasizing a family-like environment
* Christmas shutdown
* Refer a friend scheme
* Free on-site parking
If you're ambitious, adaptable, commercially aware, team-oriented, proactive, and motivated, we want to hear from you.
About MGF:
MGF is a privately owned company specializing in excavation support equipment for the construction industry, operating nationally from 14 locations with over 460 staff. We focus on providing comprehensive services through continuous investment in our products, infrastructure, and people.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds, treating all applicants with confidentiality.
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