Technical Area Sales Manager - Turf / Amenity

Menter a Busnes; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Amenity business is seeking a Technical Area Sales Manager to provide tailored advice to customers in the Midlands. The role involves building strong relationships, providing technical support for sustainable turf management, and representing the company at industry events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical sales, excellent communication skills, and a full clean UK driving license. The salary package is circa £40,000 plus commission and a vehicle.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

Company Vehicle

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales in the Turf or Amenity industry.
• Strong knowledge of turf practices and industry standards.
• Clean UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with customers.
• Provide technical guidance and recommend best practices for sustainable turf management.
• Act as a representative at trade exhibitions promoting the company's expertise.

Skills

Technical Sales

Customer Relationship Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Technical Area Sales Manager - Turf / Amenity

Vacancy Ref: 50726 B 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: Midlands - Home based with travel to customers covering the Midlands 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

• BASIS, FACTS, NVQ, HNC, (or equivalent turf management certifications).
• Existing customer network within the industry.
• 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.

We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short‑listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission.