Regional Key Account Manager; Material Handling

Position: Regional Key Account Manager (Material Handling) (Permanent)
Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established yet vastly expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new Area Sales/Key Account Manager to develop their client base across the LE, CV, NN, DE, NG & PE postcodes. With excellent, uncapped commission opportunities and scope for growth, this is a great opportunity for an experienced material handling professional looking for a new role with a key focus on larger account business development.

Responsibilities

Managing a small number of key accounts across the LE, CV, NN, DE, NG & PE postcodes in demand of material handling equipment
Developing new customer accounts for material handling equipment
Acquiring new corporate customers targeting accounts of 20+ forklift truck units
Producing and working with tenders to win new business
Providing a consultative sales approach in order to win new business in the hire and sale of material handling and related equipment
Attending numerous conferences and networking events Requirements

You will ideally be a proven sales professional from within the forklift industry having had experience of dealing with accounts at a high level though the company are willing to consider candidates from other backgrounds in capital equipment. You will be proactive in your approach to selling and will have a solid understanding of equipment hire. With demonstrable abilities you will also have the ability to overcome problems and see large business deals through from start to finish.

The company have a preference towards experienced account managers but are also happy to consider territory sales professionals with a good record and evidence of managing accounts at a high level. In terms of locality, the candidate will ideally be located anywhere across the East or West Midlands but candidates in the surrounding areas may also be considered.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £55,000 depending on experience)
Excellent uncapped Commission potential (OTE £70,000-£90,000 achievable)
Company Car (hybrid or electric option) or Car allowance if preferred
Genuine growth opportunity, working with a fast growing yet already well established company within forklifts
26 days holiday + statutory
Good Pension Scheme
Numerous other benefits The Company

Part of a wider group, our client is a national provider of material handling equipment, supplying customers across the UK with one of the premium forklift brands. As well as providing contract hire, the company also supplies fleet management and aviation support equipment. With a big focus on its people, the company has ensured continued growth and are looking to continue to do so over the next few years with the addition of a new Regional Key Account Manager