Technical Sales - Pumps & Power

GAP Group Ltd.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness Support

Job summary

GAP Group Ltd. in the East Midlands is looking for a dedicated Sales Executive for their Pump & Power Services Division. You will be pivotal in maximising revenue by engaging existing major account customers and acquiring new business through persuasive presentations and promotional activities.

The role requires significant field sales experience in the hire industry, excellent communication skills, and a driving license. Join GAP, the UK's leading equipment hire provider, and be part of a committed company that values your contributions.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a field sales role within the Hire industry is essential.
• Knowledge of Pumps, Power or Water Treatment is beneficial.
• Proficient in MS Office packages and CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Maximise hire revenue opportunities from existing customers and win new business.
• Deliver sales presentations to customers at a senior management level.
• Promote hire opportunities for Pump & Power equipment.

Skills

Field sales experience in hire industry

Exceptional communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proficient in MS Office

Job description

Location

Requester

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

GAP Pump & Power Services Division provide advice, servicing, maintenance and repair for generators, dewatering & sewerage pump applications including a large range of hoses, settlement tanks and water processing solutions.

Reporting to the Technical Sales Manager, you will be responsible for maximising Pump & Power Services hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers and winning new business. This will include delivering sales presentations to customers at a senior management level and attending depot/customer trade days to promote our product offering.

The role will also involve working 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 Pump & Power equipment within their existing customer base.

Please note, this role will be responsible for driving revenue for our Derby depot and so the successful candidate should be suitably located.

About You

• Significant experience working in a field sales role within the Hire industry is essential
• Knowledge of Pumps, Power or Water Treatment would be highly beneficial but training will be provided
• 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

You’ll be joining an industry leader that’s growing and genuinely committed to your success. At GAP, we’re proud to be the UK’s leading equipment hire provider—supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family‑run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• More investment in our equipment than anyone else in the industry, so you work with the best tools in the game
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long‑term decisions that support your success
• Offering real career growth, training, and development from day one
• Support that values you – from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support

Whether you’re hands‑on or customer‑focused, there’s a place for you at GAP where your work makes a difference. If you’re up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we’d love to hear from you!

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.