Trainee Territory Manager

Role: Trainee Territory Manager
Location: Kellington, Yorkshire
Reporting To: Sales Team Manager
Salary: £26,500 - £27,500 basic salary plus uncapped commission

About the Opportunity:
Our client is a global market leader within the industrial plant, construction equipment and agricultural machinery sector, operating across multiple international locations including the UK, Europe, the UAE, Australia, the USA and Canada.

As one of the largest and most successful businesses in its sector, the company continues to experience significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to develop a long-term career in sales.

This position would suit a recent University or College leaver, or someone at the early stages of their sales career, who is looking to join a highly successful organisation offering structured training, mentoring and genuine career progression.

The Role:
Working closely with an experienced mentor, you will receive comprehensive training and support while developing the skills required to become a successful Territory Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building relationships with existing customers while assisting in identifying and securing new business opportunities.
  
  
• Prospecting through networking, cold calling and other proactive business development activities.
  
  
• Managing customer accounts and maintaining accurate records using the CRM system.
  
  
• Conducting research on prospective customers and presenting strategies for converting opportunities into new business.
  
  
• Attending auctions, trade shows and industry events to develop market knowledge and customer relationships.
  
  
• Learning the sales process and contributing to territory growth across the Yorkshire region.
  
  

Candidate specification: 

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  
  
• Curiosity and a genuine desire to learn about the machinery industry and customer needs.
  
  
• Confidence and professionalism when engaging with customers and prospects.
  
  
• An engaging personality with the ability to build rapport and develop lasting business relationships.
  
  

Expirience/skills required 

• A strong desire to learn about the construction, plant and agricultural machinery industries.
  
  
• Ambition to develop and refine your sales and negotiation skills.
  
  
• The motivation and determination to identify and secure new business opportunities.
  
  
• A willingness to learn from experienced sales mentors and collaborate with a successful sales team.
  
  
• A positive attitude and commitment to building a rewarding career in sales.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
  
• Previous sales experience.
  
  
• Knowledge of construction or agricultural equipment.
  
  
• Proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite with strong attention to detail.
  
  
• Fluent written and verbal English communication skills.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• Basic salary of £26,500 - £27,500.
  
  
• Uncapped commission structure.
  
  
• Structured training and mentoring programme.
  
  
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.
  
  
• Exposure to a highly successful international business.
  
  
• Opportunity to develop a rewarding career within the machinery and equipment sector.