Technical Sales Professional

Due to the retirement of our top sales executive, a rare opportunity has arisen for a proven sales person with experience selling a technical product into the UK transport industry. Axtec is the market leader in weighing systems designed to combat vehicle overloading, designed and manufactured in Britain. We are a successful and innovative business, with an enviable record of winning customers from our competitors and keeping them. Our products and services are highly regarded, and we are now searching for a proven sales professional to help win more new business.

The successful candidate will work closely with their colleagues to create, identify and close sales, rental and maintenance contract opportunities. They will be expected to network across all industry segments to identify new opportunities and revenue streams, liaise with prospects and customers to understand their requirements and find the right solution for their needs; develop, present, promote, and close the proposal through to order receipt.

Though our main factory and Head Office is located in Runcorn, Cheshire, and regular trips there will be necessary, this position is home based; you will need to demonstrate a history of working remotely, be self-motivated with a can do attitude and with strong interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and the ability to optimise results.

Essential attributes for this position include:

• Passionate and driven to achieve results
• Quick learner and keen to understand new technologies and products
• Client focused with the ability to deliver excellent customer outcomes
• Great at building and developing relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to manage a varied workload and dynamic diary.

Qualifications and (or) Experience Required

• Qualified to GCSE or equivalent level (including Maths and English)
• 5 years proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the transport market
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Able to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues and peers
• Full UK driving license

This is a challenging, demanding and interesting position working for a successful, dynamic organisation which is the leader in its field.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Generous salary plus bonus totalling £67,000pa on-target earnings based on ability and experience.

Benefits:

• Company car, phone, laptop etc.
• Open ended bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

Though working days are typically Monday to Friday, the role will require travel throughout the UK, and so will require a flexible attitude towards working hours and occasional overnight stays.