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External Sales Representative - Field Sales

MM recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG42QU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a nationwide technical automation distributor, is seeking an External Sales Representative to manage customer relationships in the Coventry, Leicester, and Nottingham areas.
  • This remote and field-based role requires significant face-to-face customer engagement to drive business growth.
  • Key responsibilities include customer engagement, account management, new business development, and collaboration with the internal sales team.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in external sales, preferably in technical automation, along with strong sales and negotiation skills.
  • The position offers a salary of £40K plus commission, along with benefits such as a company car, mobile, laptop, and a pension scheme.

Our client, a nationwide technical automation distributor, is recruiting for an External Sales Representative to manage and develop relationships with new and existing customers within a designated geographical area around Coventry, Leicester, and Nottingham. This role is remote and field-based, with significant time spent meeting customers face-to-face, ensuring strong engagement and business growth. The position also involves collaboration with the internal sales team to maximise sales opportunities and support mutual customer efforts.

Key responsibilities as follows: -

  • Customer Engagement
  • Account Management
  • New Business Development:
  • Solution Selling
  • Product Knowledge
  • Collaborate with Internal Sales Team
  • Diary Management
  • Market Awareness
  • Reporting & Analysis

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong sales and negotiation skills
  • Excellent relationship-building and customer service abilities
  • Ability to understand and communicate technical product information
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales
  • Ability to analyse sales data and market trends

Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience in external sales or a similar role, preferably in technical automation or electrical distribution
  • Knowledge of automation products and solutions is desirable
  • Full UK driving licence required
  • This role requires regular travel within the assigned sales region, with occasional overnight stays required depending on business needs

Salary: £40K + CommissionBenefits: Company car, mobile, laptop, Pension Scheme, Christmas Closure and Private health care

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.