Major Account Representative - Nationwide

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

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company based in the UK is seeking a Major Account Representative to manage and develop business across specific major accounts. The role demands significant sales experience in the construction/hire industry and a proven track record of exceeding targets. The successful candidate will enjoy benefits including a competitive salary, up to 25 days annual leave, a contributory pension, and a supportive work environment. This position involves extensive travel across England and Wales.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 days additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Significant experience working in an area sales role within the construction/hire industry is essential.
• The ability to engage with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop business across specific major accounts.
• Identify new business and maximize revenue by utilizing management information.
• Build effective working relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Sales experience in construction/hire industry

Proven track record in exceeding sales targets

Exceptional communication skills

Effective negotiator and problem solver

Proficient in MS Office packages

Driving Licence

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Major Account Representative - Nationwide

Contract type

Permanent Full Time

Contract hours

42.50

Number of positions to be provided

1

About the role

The Role

As part of the growing Major Accounts team, the Major Account Representative will be responsible for managing and developing business across specific major accounts. In addition, the successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business and maximising revenue by utilising management information and market knowledge and building effective working relationships with key stakeholders.

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 Major Accounts
• 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)

Please note this role will include extensive travel across England & Wales. The ideal candidate will likely be based in the North of England. The ideal candidate can live anywhere within these regions.

About Us

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 profit share, loyalty holidays and a staff social fund. 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 include:

• 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 think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you! All you have to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we can take it from there.

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