Global multi-national construction equipment manufacturer

* Account Management role developing accounts with Main & Sub Contractors and Tool hire Companies

* Strong career prospects

Area Sales Manager - Construction Equipment

Area: M62 - Candidate must live between Manchester & Leeds

The Company

Our client are a global name and household brand within the construction equipment market. They are the go-to brand for tradesmen and construction contractors all over the world. With an ever increasing product portfolio their impressive range of tools and outdoor powered equipment are synonymous with quality, reliability and durability. They have manufacturing plants worldwide and here in the UK offering reliable and efficient product's & service's to a loyal customer base. Known in the industry as a great employer, it is no surprise that they have excellent staff attrition levels and offer successful Area Sales Managers' a genuine career path.

The Role of Area Sales Manager

This is a field / home based role. As an Area Sales Manager this role is more account management than new business. You will promote the companies range of construction branded equipment; managing relationships with Main Contractors such as Skanska, Balfour Beatty and Laing O'Rouke etc. As Area Sales Manager, you will also deal and manage relationships with tool hire companies such as Speedy Hire, Brandon Tool Hire and Sunbelt Rentals etc, as well as larger sub-contractors. There are long standing pre-existing relationships in place and this role will therefore suit a candidate with superb relationship building skills who can maintain and develop existing accounts. The successful Area Sales Manager will deal with a multitude of decision makers that include procurement, branch managers, sub-contractors, owners and heath & safety managers.

The Candidate

* Whilst construction or industrial account management experience is preferred, our client will consider field sales professionals from any sector.

* We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic personality with a 'can do' attitude.

* There will be a requirement to stay away a couple of times per month.

* Do to their on-going training our client is looking for a candidate who wants a career.

The Package

* Up to £33,500 basic

* £5k-£10k OTE

* Company Car

* Private Healthcare

* Competitive pension options

* Personal Development Plan