Technical Sales Representative - Equipment Hire

GAP Group; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company is seeking a skilled field sales professional to maximise revenue opportunities within its Carnforth depot. The role involves engaging with major account customers, delivering sales presentations, and promoting hire solutions across the network. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in sales, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in generating revenue. This position also offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, company vehicle, and various employee benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Company Vehicle

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional leave days

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience working in a field sales role within the Hire industry is essential.
• A proven track record in exceeding sales targets and generating revenue growth.
• Knowledge of Pumps, Power or Water Treatment would be beneficial, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Maximise hire revenue opportunities from existing major account customers.
• Deliver sales presentations at a senior management level.
• Proactively promote hire opportunities within the customer base.

Skills

Field sales experience in the Hire industry

Exceptional communication skills

Effective negotiation and problem-solving

Proficient in MS Office packages

Driving Licence

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

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

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 Carnforth depot and so the successful candidate should be suitably located.

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Significant experience working in an 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)

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 Vehicle
• 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 think you fit the profile we would love to hear from you!

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

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