Area Sales Manager in Swineshead

Ben Burgess, Swineshead | Full Time | OTE £50,000+ | Company Vehicle

At Ben Burgess, we're proud to be one of the UK's leading suppliers of agricultural machinery and support services. For more than 95 years, we've built lasting relationships with our customers through expert advice, trusted products and a commitment to our motto:

"Where Service Still Counts."

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an ambitious and customer-focused Area Sales Manager to join our agricultural sales team based from our Swineshead depot.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional who enjoys building long-term customer relationships, identifying new opportunities, and helping businesses invest in the machinery and solutions that drive their success.

We are looking for someone with agricultural experience and a proven track record in selling high-value products and services, we'll provide the support and training needed to help you succeed.

What you'll be doing

As an Area Sales Manager, you'll take ownership of an established territory, developing existing customer relationships while actively identifying new business opportunities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and growing sales of agricultural machinery and related products across your territory.
• Building strong relationships with farmers, contractors and rural businesses, becoming their trusted point of contact.
• Identifying customer needs and providing tailored machinery and finance solutions.
• Managing the full sales process from initial enquiry through to demonstration, negotiation, delivery and after-sales support.
• Maintaining an active pipeline through prospecting, customer visits and follow-up activity.
• Representing Ben Burgess professionally at customer events, demonstrations and trade shows.
• Working closely with our service, parts, finance and depot teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience.

What we're looking for

Agricultural industry experience is essential, with a good understanding of modern farming operations, agricultural machinery and the challenges faced by today's farmers and rural businesses.

You'll also ideally have:

• A proven track record in sales, business development or account management.
• Experience selling high-value products, machinery, equipment, vehicles or capital assets.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• The drive and resilience to work towards and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• A full UK driving licence.

Due to the nature of the industry, flexibility during seasonal peaks, including harvest periods and occasional weekends, will be required.

Why join Ben Burgess?

At Ben Burgess, we know our people make the difference. That's why we invest heavily in training, development and creating an environment where individuals can build long-term careers.

In return, you'll receive:

• OTE of £50,000+
• Competitive basic salary reviewed annually
• Company car with personal use
• Ongoing product, manufacturer and sales training
• Career development opportunities across the business
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Company Salary Sacrifice pension scheme
• Employee discounts
• Health and wellbeing support programmes

Ready to grow your career?

If you're looking for a sales role where your effort is recognised, your earning potential is rewarding, and you can represent industry-leading products backed by first-class support, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today or send your CV to HR & Recruitment, Ben Burgess, Europa Way, Norwich, NR1 2EN.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact [email protected] or call 07836 342466.

Ben Burgess is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.