At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow relationships with plant producers and breeders in East Anglia.
- Company: A century-old leader in horticultural sales known for quality and service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, and a company car.
- Other info: Field-based role with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real impact in the plant industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in field sales and knowledge of the plant industry.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
The COMPANY established for a century, our client are the acknowledged market leaders in horticulturist sales providing seeds and young plants to growers. They have forged a deserved reputation for the quality of their plants, service and importantly their staff.
The ROLE: An opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager with experience in horticultural sales to plant producers and plant breeders in East Anglia. Managing over 100 existing accounts (propagators, plant breeders, plant producers) in the area, you will be tasked with maintaining and growing existing business plus, when the opportunity arises, winning new accounts. This is very much a field-based position; it is envisaged that you will spend an average of three days a week in front of c.5 customers a day.
The CANDIDATE: Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced horticultural Field Sales person possessing the ambition to make a significant contribution to maintaining my Client's market share. You will possess the following skills:
- Experience of field sales
- Knowledge of the plant industry
- Logical and organised approach to sales
- Take pride in doing a job well
Above all, you will have the drive and enthusiasm to make a difference.
SALARY: £35-40K Basic Depending on Experience + £8K annual bonus + Car
LOCATION: East Anglia. This role is commutable from Ipswich, Norwich, Peterborough, Cambridge, Colchester, Huntingdon, Bury St Edmunds.
