Overview
The Role: We are looking for an Area Sales Manager in Erith, working for a tool and lifting hire / equipment supplier. We are looking for a star, a sales professional with drive, passion & self-motivation who can demonstrate their previous success in a similar position. A field-based sales role responsible for identifying and increasing hire and sales opportunities for a wide range of tool and lifting equipment within an area covering Kent / Surrey / South East London. Working closely with the sales and senior management team, the position is primarily focused on bringing in new business, whilst also growing existing customer accounts profitably. You will have significant autonomy in tailoring the offering to meet your customer needs. This is a full time, permanent position with a company car, mobile phone, e.t.c Base salary circa £45k - £50k per annum, vehicle etc.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop new business opportunities
Maximise revenue from existing customer accounts
Establish, develop and maintain positive customer relationships
Keep up-to-date with industry developments, market trends etc
Meet or exceed agreed sales targets
Work both on building sites and client offices
Skills
Previous experience in one or more of the following roles: Sales Executive; Area Sales Manager; Business Development Manager; Technical Sales Representative, Key Account Sales, or Field Sales
You will need previous experience within the Plant Hire / Tool Hire industry
Excellent selling, communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Highly motivated and target driven
Customer focused with excellent customer service skills
Successful track record in field sales
You must be confident using IT software
Full UK drivers licence
Benefits
Company Car
24 Days Holiday + Bank Hols
No weekend work
Pension scheme
Full time permanent position
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