Area Sales/Key Account Manager (Forklift Attachments)

Reading, UK Alexander James Recruiting Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a leading supplier of forklift truck attachments, due to an internal promotion they are now looking to recruit a new Area Sales/Key Account Manager to cover and develop their client base across the South of England. With a strong package this is a great opportunity for either an experienced forklift sales professional or a sales professional from a related industry in capital equipment to develop their career in an account management focused position. Responsibilities Managing an existing client base of forklift truck manufacturer’s & dealer’s across the South of England Grow this account base across the same region to develop the company’s presence there further in selling forklift attachments Generate new business by visiting customers on site, conducting site surveys and providing customer quotes for attachments Providing a consultative sales approach in order to win new business selling through the distribution channel of the material handling industry Take responsibility for region revenue stream and overall growthRequirements  You will ideally have a background of selling into the forklift industry and therefore have an understanding of the distribution process. Candidates from either forklift attachments or batteries would therefore be of particular interest, as would candidates with a background in sweepers/cleaning equipment. Candidates directly from the forklift truck market are also of interest as long as they have the appreciation of the route to market and a strong technical understanding. As the role covers the South of England a candidate from anywhere across Greater London or the South East will be suitable in terms of location. Benefits Competitive basic Salary of up to £50k (depending on experience)  Annual Bonus Opportunity Company Car (Electric or Hybrid) 25 days holiday + Statutory Life Insurance Excellent work life balanceThe Company  Part of a wider group, our client is an international provider of forks and attachments supplying a number of industries with a focus on material handling. Supplying a number of the main OEM’s within the industry they have a recognized brand name and a successful presence in the UK. The company has a focus on providing its employees with a strong work life balance and after an internal promotion they are now seeking a new sales person to work across the South of England