Salary Competitive salary + commission
Location Forfar
Division Scot Agri
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 25 days at 23:59 GMT.
The Vacancy
We are looking for an experienced Regional Sales Manager to join our team in Forfar.
The Regional Sales Manager role is responsible for the success of their regions sales department and the day to day managing of their depots. The role is to set goals for their sales team, work alongside senior managers to achieve overall sales vision and support in producing monthly forecasting reports to see how well they're doing in achieving those targets and budgets based on what's happening in the market so that everything runs smoothly from month to month. This role should have good interaction with customers' and be able to lock in loyalty whilst developing new customer accounts.
The role includes line management responsibility of our Sales Representatives in Forfar, Glenrothes and Perth, our Product Specialist in Glenrothes, and regular travel to these depots.
Reporting directly to the Agricultural Director, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a driven, successful business and develop your career in Agricultural Sales.
Who are we?
The Scot JCB Group is made up of Scot JCB, Scot Agri and Stewart Plant Sales.
Established in June 2021 through the merger of Kelso & Lothian Harvesters and A M Phillip Agritech, Scot Agri is dedicated to serving the agricultural community with top-quality tractors, farm equipment, and comprehensive support through parts and service. Operating across 14 strategically located depots, we provide machinery sales, servicing, and parts for leading brands including JCB, Massey Ferguson, Horsch, Spearhead, Berthoud, and more.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and develop the sales team, ensuring effective planning and full coverage of the territory
- Ensure consistent and effective use of the CRM system, including accurate recording of customer visits, leads, opportunities and quotations
- Agree margin and support levels with salesmen for their deals
- Maintain regular engagement with key accounts and support sales engineers through joint visits and coaching
- Take ownership of customer relationships within the region
- Resolve customer issues in sales, parts and service
- Liaise with manufacturer representatives and act as the company’s ambassador within the region
- Manage machine stock, both new and used
- Produce regular performance reports and forecasts for our Directors, analysing trends and identifying risks and opportunities
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Experience working in the agriculture industry and strong knowledge of agricultural machinery
- Proven track record of driving the sales process and delivering against targets
- Strong commercial instinct with the ability to spot and convert opportunities
- Strong product knowledge with the ability to position offerings effectively against competitors
- Negotiation skills covering price, costs, delivery, and specifications with buyers
- Presentation and demonstration experience
- Ability to analyse performance data and translate it into actionable plans
- Strong communication skills and a good understanding of the importance of excellent customer service
- Be self-motivated and driven by achieving and exceeding targets
- Good computer skills with Microsoft Office packages and IT systems
In Return You Will Receive
- A competitive salary and commission scheme
- Private Healthcare
- Company vehicle
- Laptop, iPhone and iPad
- Life assurance of three times your salary
- Enhanced salary exchange pension scheme
- 30 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day for every 2 years’ service up to a total of 35 days
- Option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave per year
- Healthcare cash plan (company paid - value of £1000)
- Employee assistance programme (access to 6 free counselling sessions)
The Company
The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.
The Benefits
- A competitive salary, reviewed yearly
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance of three times your salary
- 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
- JCB and in-house training
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme
- Free onsite parking
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Regional Sales Manager in Forfar employer: Scot Agri
Scot Agri is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Huntly where skilled Agricultural Engineers can thrive. With competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on employee development through training and mentorship, we foster a culture of growth and support. Our commitment to employee wellbeing, alongside perks like a company van for personal use and access to high street discounts, makes Scot Agri a rewarding place to build a fulfilling career.
