Trainee Plant Sales Executive

Path Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plant dealership sector is seeking a Trainee Plant Sales Executive to start their career in machinery sales. This role offers full training, support, and the opportunity to earn uncapped commission. The ideal candidate will have a customer-facing background and a strong interest in machinery. This field-based position covers Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, providing a pathway for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Monthly uncapped commission

Company vehicle

Laptop

Mobile phone

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Statutory pension scheme

Full product training

Ongoing mentoring

Supportive team

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Experience in hire desk, internal sales, tool/plant hire, or trade counter.
• Strong work ethic and genuine interest in machinery.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue sales opportunities.
• Visit customers and build strong relationships.
• Promote an excellent product range.

Skills

Customer-facing roles

Sales

Interest in machinery

Job description

Trainee Plant Sales Executive – Start Your Career in Machinery Sales
Covering Northamptonshire and surrounding counties
Circa £25,000 + commission + company vehicle

Looking to take your first step into field sales?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected plant dealership as a Trainee Plant Sales Executive. If you have some experience in plant hire, trade counter sales, or internal sales—and you're ready to develop your career in a field-based role—this could be the perfect next step.

What’s on offer:

• Monthly commission paid per machine sold – uncapped earnings

• Company vehicle, laptop, and mobile phone

• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

• Statutory pension scheme

• Full product training and ongoing mentoring

• Supportive team and long-term career prospects

The role:
As a Trainee Plant Sales Executive, you’ll represent a trusted range of new and used plant machinery across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. Your role will involve:

• Learning to identify and pursue sales opportunities

• Visiting customers and building strong relationships

• Promoting an excellent product range

• Assisting in the buying and selling of used equipment

• Working closely with experienced team members to develop your skills

This is a field-based role with plenty of support from your depot and the wider sales team.

About the company:

• Established dealership with national and international reach

• Supplies a broad portfolio of construction plant and machinery

• Privately owned and growing, with a strong reputation

• Invests in staff development and promotes from within

Ideal for someone with experience in:
Hire desk, internal sales, tool/plant hire, trade counter, or similar customer-facing roles. A genuine interest in machinery and a strong work ethic are essential.

Ready to build a career in plant sales?
Apply now to take the first step—or call Tyler on 01933 667224 or email [e-mail] for a confidential chat.