Technical Sales - Lifting Equipment

GAP Group Ltd.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Company Car

Up to 25 days annual leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading lifting equipment provider is seeking a Sales Representative to drive revenue through existing accounts in Scotland, particularly between Glasgow and Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the hire industry, a proven sales record, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include maximizing sales opportunities and conducting presentations for major customers. Competitive salary, company car, and multiple benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Significant sales experience in the hire industry is essential.
• Proven track record in exceeding sales targets.
• Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Maximise lifting hire revenue opportunities from existing major accounts.
• Deliver sales presentations to major account customers.
• Promote hire opportunities for lifting equipment.

Skills

Sales experience in hire industry

Knowledge of Lifting, Powered Access, or Hoists

Exceptional communication skills

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word)

Effective negotiation skills

MS Office & CRM proficiency

Driving Licence

Tools

CRM systems

CRM systems

Job description

Sales Representative - Lifting Equipment

Division

Lifting - Sales

Title

Sales Representative - Lifting Equipment

Contract type

Permanent Full Time

Vacancy location

United Kingdom, UK, Lifting North Sales

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?

GAP Lifting Hire & Sales offers one of the largest ranges of lifting equipment and accessories in the industry. From small shackles and slings to material lifts and aluminium gantries, the division has everything our customers need for lifting any size of load.

Reporting directly to the Head of Lifting, Sales Rep will be responsible for maximising Lifting hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customer and winning new business. This will include delivering sales presentations to our major account customers at a senior management level and attending depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering.

The Sales Rep will also work with various stakeholders across the GAP Group network including Regional Sales Managers and their sales teams, to ensure pro‑active promotion of hire opportunities for Lifting equipment within their existing customer base.

Please note this position will be covering Scotland and the ideal candidate would be located between Glasgow & Edinburgh. You will ideally come from a Lifting or Hoists background but we are open to seeing candidates from the wider hire industry.

About You

• Significant experience working in a sales role within the hire industry is essential
• Knowledge of Lifting, Powered Access or Hoists would be highly desirable.
• A proven track record in exceeding sales targets and generating revenue growth by maximising opportunities from existing customers and winning new business
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• An effective negotiator and problem solver with the ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload
• Proficient in MS Office packages including Excel and Word, and CRM systems
• Driving Licence (Essential)

About Us

From one division, GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Company Car
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well‑being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you!

To apply all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we'll take it from there.

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