FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with eighteen depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. The Regional Business Development Manager role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success as the business continues an exciting growth plan. This is a pivotal role within each of our local markets and provides opportunity for Account Development and identification of New Business opportunities as we look to further strengthen our market presence. This role is a mix of both field based to engage our customers as required as well as weekly time within our Basingstoke Depot to also support the engagement and development of customer accounts within the defined customer portfolio and as part of the portfolio development activity. A background in the hire sector would be advantageous although not necessary, experience within a field sales account development role is essential. Main Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager: Oversee, manage, and develop a defined portfolio of newly acquired customer accounts Identify and secure new customer accounts in line with local market sales revenue goals Manage the growth and development of company key accounts in line with business growth goals Support and achieve delivery of sales growth targets for all FTH products and services Research, develop and deliver customer account proposals and agreements Work with local, regional and internal Marketing team to maximise FTH business opportunities Act as a brand ambassador across industry marketing and promotional opportunities Provide regional team and the overall business with market intelligence and insights Maximise customer awareness and trading performance via internal customer management platform Provide point-of-contact resource to maximise customer end to end experience Undertake and generate company sales performance reports as required to local management group Obtain and manage hire enquiries and orders when required What you will need to bring to the role: Capable of developing strong client relationships Proven experience in selling products & services to end user Strong presentation skills, both verbally and written Confidence to work on own initiative, but within a team environment Effective organisational and communication skills New business prospecting knowledge, skills and experience Good planning and preparation skills Committed to providing an industry leading service delivery approach to business development Flexible in approach to the role to meet business requirements Self-Confident Effective negotiating skills essential Time management essential Competent levels of IT understanding Entrepreneurial spirit Commitment to self-development High level of integrity and trust Benefits: Sales bonus scheme (first year on-target earnings of 50k+ and with an uncapped OTE) Loyalty bonus scheme Pension - auto enrolment Group Life Insurance Company car or monthly car allowance 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Perk Box Birthday Gift Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with eighteen depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. The Regional Business Development Manager role provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success as the business continues an exciting growth plan. This is a pivotal role within each of our local markets and provides opportunity for Account Development and identification of New Business opportunities as we look to further strengthen our market presence. This role is a mix of both field based to engage our customers as required as well as weekly time within our Basingstoke Depot to also support the engagement and development of customer accounts within the defined customer portfolio and as part of the portfolio development activity. A background in the hire sector would be advantageous although not necessary, experience within a field sales account development role is essential. Main Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager: Oversee, manage, and develop a defined portfolio of newly acquired customer accounts Identify and secure new customer accounts in line with local market sales revenue goals Manage the growth and development of company key accounts in line with business growth goals Support and achieve delivery of sales growth targets for all FTH products and services Research, develop and deliver customer account proposals and agreements Work with local, regional and internal Marketing team to maximise FTH business opportunities Act as a brand ambassador across industry marketing and promotional opportunities Provide regional team and the overall business with market intelligence and insights Maximise customer awareness and trading performance via internal customer management platform Provide point-of-contact resource to maximise customer end to end experience Undertake and generate company sales performance reports as required to local management group Obtain and manage hire enquiries and orders when required What you will need to bring to the role: Capable of developing strong client relationships Proven experience in selling products & services to end user Strong presentation skills, both verbally and written Confidence to work on own initiative, but within a team environment Effective organisational and communication skills New business prospecting knowledge, skills and experience Good planning and preparation skills Committed to providing an industry leading service delivery approach to business development Flexible in approach to the role to meet business requirements Self-Confident Effective negotiating skills essential Time management essential Competent levels of IT understanding Entrepreneurial spirit Commitment to self-development High level of integrity and trust Benefits: Sales bonus scheme (first year on-target earnings of 50k+ and with an uncapped OTE) Loyalty bonus scheme Pension - auto enrolment Group Life Insurance Company car or monthly car allowance 33 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Perk Box Birthday Gift Hours: Monday to Friday 7am to 5pm
FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with 19 depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. As a member of our Finance Team, you will be one of four Credit Controllers managing your own ledger of account customers, ensuring good customer relations and play a vital role in collecting the cash from our customers. Responsibilities Identify risk in relation to non-payment and proactively engage with the customers to resolve overdue payments, building rapport wherever possible. Carry out early intervention support in relation to risk around non-payment Play a major part in keeping Debtor Days within agreed target. Chase overdue debt by phone, following up by email and where necessary escalate to external collectors. Daily monitoring of the invoices mailbox ensuring that all customer correspondence is dealt with promptly. Reconcile customer accounts Negotiate and monitor payment plans with customers when necessary Oversee production of statement runs and subsequent stop process Aged Debtor reports for review by Senior Management Assisting with any other credit control processes as required (trade references, customer credit application, allocation of bank receipts) Experience/Skills Previous relevant experience in Credit Control An excellent level of attention to detail as the Sales Invoices and associated queries can be complex Excellent standard of communication both written and verbal Methodical and logical thinking A good standard of IT skills - Excel essential Experience of using Sage 200 and Credithound would be an advantage Benefits 32 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Life Assurance Pension - auto enrolment Sales and loyalty bonus scheme Perk Box Birthday gift Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours - Monday to Friday, Full time (8am - 5pm) Salary: £29,000.00 to £32,000.00 per year DOE
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with 19 depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. As a member of our Finance Team, you will be one of four Credit Controllers managing your own ledger of account customers, ensuring good customer relations and play a vital role in collecting the cash from our customers. Responsibilities Identify risk in relation to non-payment and proactively engage with the customers to resolve overdue payments, building rapport wherever possible. Carry out early intervention support in relation to risk around non-payment Play a major part in keeping Debtor Days within agreed target. Chase overdue debt by phone, following up by email and where necessary escalate to external collectors. Daily monitoring of the invoices mailbox ensuring that all customer correspondence is dealt with promptly. Reconcile customer accounts Negotiate and monitor payment plans with customers when necessary Oversee production of statement runs and subsequent stop process Aged Debtor reports for review by Senior Management Assisting with any other credit control processes as required (trade references, customer credit application, allocation of bank receipts) Experience/Skills Previous relevant experience in Credit Control An excellent level of attention to detail as the Sales Invoices and associated queries can be complex Excellent standard of communication both written and verbal Methodical and logical thinking A good standard of IT skills - Excel essential Experience of using Sage 200 and Credithound would be an advantage Benefits 32 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Life Assurance Pension - auto enrolment Sales and loyalty bonus scheme Perk Box Birthday gift Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours - Monday to Friday, Full time (8am - 5pm) Salary: £29,000.00 to £32,000.00 per year DOE
FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with eighteen depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. The main purpose of this role will be driving one of our 32T beaver-tail lorries, delivering plant equipment to our customers and construction sites. You will ensure safe transportation of goods to and from various destinations efficiently whilst adhering to all legal requirements of Road Safety. Knowledge, skills and experience required for our Class 2 Driver: Must hold a current CAT C license or above Driver qualification card required (DCPC) A valid Digital Tachograph Card Should have good geographical knowledge of the home counties area Good understanding of tachograph legalisation Must be fit and active as you will be loading and unloading machinery from the vehicle. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude to work who can work well as part of a small team and ensure our customers receive the best service. Benefits 28 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Pension - auto enrolment Company and loyalty bonus scheme Perk Box Birthday gift Hours: Monday to Friday 6:00am to 5:00pm (no weekends)
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
FTH Hire Group is one of the largest and fastest growing independent plant and tool hire companies in the UK, with eighteen depots across the South of England, Wales and Scotland. As a result of our ambitious growth plans, we are looking to add additional high calibre people to our growing business. The main purpose of this role will be driving one of our 32T beaver-tail lorries, delivering plant equipment to our customers and construction sites. You will ensure safe transportation of goods to and from various destinations efficiently whilst adhering to all legal requirements of Road Safety. Knowledge, skills and experience required for our Class 2 Driver: Must hold a current CAT C license or above Driver qualification card required (DCPC) A valid Digital Tachograph Card Should have good geographical knowledge of the home counties area Good understanding of tachograph legalisation Must be fit and active as you will be loading and unloading machinery from the vehicle. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude to work who can work well as part of a small team and ensure our customers receive the best service. Benefits 28 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Pension - auto enrolment Company and loyalty bonus scheme Perk Box Birthday gift Hours: Monday to Friday 6:00am to 5:00pm (no weekends)
