BDM Key/National Account Manager (Material Handling)

Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established yet vastly expanding material handling company looking to recruit a new Key Account Manager to develop their client base nationally. 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 large account business development. 

Responsibilities

•    Developing new customer accounts for material handling equipment 

•    Acquiring new corporate customers targeting accounts of 100+ 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 UK within reason. 

Benefits

•    Competitive salary dependent on experience (Up to £65,000 depending on experience)

•    Excellent uncapped Commission potential (OTE £80,000-£130,000 genuinely achievable)

•    Company Car (hybrid or electric option) 

•    Genuine growth opportunity, working with a fast growing yet already well established company within forklifts

•    26 days holiday + statutory 

•    Good Pension Scheme

•    Healthcare 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