Overview
The successful individual in this role will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of independent garages, body shops and commercial vehicle workshops in conjunction with Milwaukee's largest Automotive partners. You will be responsible for developing opportunities for both the existing and new product range and preparing for future market developments by providing added value solutions through demonstrations and presentations. Working within the Van Sales team does require heavy lifting and manual handling of our tools.
Responsibilities
* Plan and manage your personal customer portfolio according to the business strategy and agreed goals and objectives to achieve a minimum of 8 calls per day.
* Demonstrate the range of industry specific products across the key Milwaukee categories to new and existing customers and convert end users to the Milwaukee brand.
* Provide efficient solutions and technical support on the Milwaukee innovative range of products and services emphasising the technical advantage over competitor products.
* Train & educate end users on the performance advantage and safe use of Milwaukee products.
* Ensure all company products and services are continually promoted through regular contact with existing customers and prospects and follow up leads for new business opportunities.
* Plan follow‑up actions to further develop and penetrate accounts; update your Line Manager regularly to maintain detailed information.
* Liaise with the product and marketing teams and update on sector needs, competitor developments, market trends and competitor activity.
* Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and corporate events.
* Carry out any other ad‑hoc responsibilities assigned by the Line Manager.
Qualifications
* Must be confident dealing with a wide range of customers face‑to‑face at all levels; experience in the Automotive sector or an associated industry is preferred but not essential.
* Capable of planning, managing, and executing a minimum of 8 calls per day.
* Practically minded with a technical/mechanical aptitude and willing to learn and apply new product or technical knowledge.
* Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills both internally and externally.
* Strong IT skills, e.g., CRM, MS Office, PowerPoint, Internet, etc.
* Excellent planning and time‑management skills.
* Outgoing and likable personality able to work as part of a fast‑moving and growing team.
* Self‑motivated and able to recognise new business opportunities.
* Determination to build a career with a forward‑thinking business.
* Must be willing to work away from home when necessary and occasionally on weekends (agreed in advance).
* Must be comfortable with lifting and manual handling of tools, using correct aids or support and posture; some tools may weigh beyond 25 kg.
* Full UK Driving Licence essential; previous experience driving a large 3.5t panel van preferred but not essential.
Benefits
As part of working for TTi, we offer many exciting benefits! It’s our people that are crucial to the success of our business and therefore we offer a vast range of comprehensive benefits to our team.
* A company vehicle & fuel card
* A hotel card for business use (when required)
* Lunch allowance when travelling
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Private Medical & Dental Insurance
* Group Life Assurance Benefits
* Annual Gym Allowance
* Discounted Milwaukee and Ryobi products
* Access to our TTi Benefits Hub which includes discounts with many high street retailers
As well as the above benefits, the wellbeing of our employees is of utmost importance to us and we offer an Employee Assistance Programme, giving employees access to a confidential helpline 24/7.
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