Technical Area Sales Manager - Turf / Amenity

Menter a Busnes; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established Amenity business in the United Kingdom is seeking a Technical Area Sales Manager to provide expert guidance and tailored solutions to customers in the Turf industry. This role involves building strong customer relationships and supporting their needs while promoting the company's expertise at industry events. The candidate must have technical sales experience, strong organizational skills, and a full clean UK driving license. Compensation includes a basic salary of around £40,000 plus uncapped commission and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales within the Turf or Amenity industry.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and practices.
• Proven track record in sales and account development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with customers.
• Provide technical guidance and support for sustainable turf management.
• Promote the company at trade exhibitions and customer events.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Strong organisational skills

Knowledge of turf practices

Excellent communication skills

Self-discipline

Strong work ethic

Motivation to work independently

Full clean UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Technical Area Sales Manager – Turf / Amenity

Vacancy Ref: 50726 A AB

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you a passionate and experienced sales professional with a background in the Turf or Amenity industry?

Do you have experience in building and maintaining strong customer relationships?

Have you got good technical knowledge within the Turf or Amenity industry?

The Company

An established Amenity business.

The Job Role

As a Technical Sales Manager, you will be a key advisor to customers in your region, providing tailored advice and practical solutions to support their needs and achieve effective results.

Location

North England – Home based with travel to customers covering the Northern England area.

Salary Package

Circa £40,000 Basic Salary (Negotiable depending on skills and experience) + Uncapped Commission + Company Vehicle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong, long-term relationships with customers.
• Work closely with customers and clients to identify challenges and design tailored and customised solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, advice and support, to address issues and recommend best practices for sustainable turf management.
• Act as a representative of the business at trade exhibitions, customer days, and wider industry events, promoting the company's expertise and building brand awareness.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners in the industry to ensure customer success.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in technical sales
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong knowledge of turf practices and industry standards
• Confidence, commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills
• Be self-disciplined
• Have an excellent work ethic
• Motivation to work independently while managing your territory
• A full clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable Qualifications

• It would be desirable for you to have any of the following qualifications and certifications; BASIS, FACTS, NVQ, HNC, (or equivalent turf management certifications).
• If you have an existing customer network within the industry this would be beneficial.
• Proven success and a track record in sales and account development within the industry.

Industry Keywords

• Technical Sales, Amenity Sales, Turf Sales, Horticultural Sales, Plant Nutrition, Soil Chemistry, FACTS, BASIS, Horticultural Jobs, Horti Jobs, Sales Jobs, Business Development Jobs, Horti Sales, Agri FJ, Agricultural and Farming Jobs.

How to apply

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Please send your CV to Angel Bains - Recruitment Delivery Consultant.

As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.