Area Sales

GAP Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company in the UK is seeking an experienced Area Sales Representative. You will be responsible for maximizing hire revenue from existing major accounts and acquiring new business. The ideal candidate will have significant sales experience in the construction hire industry and a proven track record in exceeding sales targets. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and excellent company benefits, including health and wellness programs as well as personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in area sales role within the hire industry.
• Proven track record in revenue growth and sales target achievement.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maximise hire revenue from existing account customers.
• Deliver sales presentations to senior management.
• Attend trade days to promote product offerings.

Skills

Sales experience in construction/hire industry

Exceeding sales targets

Exceptional communication skills

Negotiation and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems

Driving Licence

Job description

Location

17 Greycaine Road, Watford, Watford, WD247GP

About the role

Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?
Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools to companies within the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager, the Area Sales Representative (ASR) will be responsible for maximising Plant & Tool (P&T) hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers and winning new business. This will include delivering sales presentations to our major account customers at a senior management level and attending depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering. The Regional ASR will also work with various stakeholders across the GAP Group network including Regional Sales Managers and their sales teams to ensure pro‑active promotion of hire opportunities for P&T equipment within their existing customer base.

About You

• Significant experience working in an area sales role within the construction/hire industry is essential
• A proven track record in exceeding sales targets and generating revenue growth by maximising opportunities from existing customers and winning new business
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• An effective negotiator and problem solver with the ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word, and CRM systems
• Driving Licence (Essential)

About Us

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!