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Area Sales Manager – Materials Handling
Location: Devizes, covering the South West
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Benefits: Company car, laptop, mobile phone and 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
The Opportunity
Interaction Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a growing materials handling solutions business for an experienced Area Sales Manager to drive sales growth across the South West.
The company supplies a comprehensive range of materials handling, powered access and cleaning equipment to customers across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established sales professional with a background in the forklift industry to take ownership of an existing territory, develop key customer relationships and drive new business.
While there is an established customer base to build upon, the main focus will be on winning new business, identifying opportunities and increasing the company's presence across the region.
The Role
Reporting to the National Hire & Sales Manager, you will manage and develop your territory, taking responsibility for the full sales process from prospecting and appointment setting through to product demonstrations, negotiation and closing deals.
You'll take a consultative approach to sales, understanding customers' operational requirements and recommending solutions that deliver genuine value. Building relationships at all levels, from operational teams to senior decision-makers, will be key to your success.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities across the South West.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, identifying opportunities to upsell and grow accounts.
- Arrange and conduct customer meetings, presentations and equipment demonstrations.
- Prepare quotations, negotiate commercial terms and close sales.
- Research market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.
- Manage and prioritise your territory effectively, maximising customer contact and sales opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activity and customer interactions using the CRM system.
- Review CRM data and pipeline activity to identify opportunities, monitor progress and support sales performance.
About You
You'll be a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys winning new business, building relationships and taking ownership of a sales territory. xgikmsk
To be considered, you will need:
- At least five years' sales experience within the materials handling or forklift industry.
- A proven track rec Please click on the apply button to read the full job description
Area Sales Manager - Materials Handling in Okehampton employer: Interaction - Kettering
Interaction Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Milton Keynes. With a focus on employee growth and development, we provide uncapped commission and performance incentives that reward hard work and dedication. Our supportive culture encourages autonomy and fosters long-term relationships, making it a fulfilling place for recruitment professionals to thrive.
