Sales Manager

Freight Force Recruitment Ltd • Permanent • Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • £45k - £50k / year • 1h ago

Role: Sales Manager
Location: Northwest England (Field-Based)
Preferred Locations: Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool (Candidates based anywhere across the Northwest will be considered)
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Benefits: Company Car, Commission

Freight Force Recruitment Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this permanent vacancy.

Overview

Freight Force Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with one of the UK's leading privately-owned specialists in articulated trailer contract hire and rental. Operating from modern, purpose-built facilities, the company has built an outstanding reputation for reliability, customer service and innovation within the transport and logistics industry.

Managing a fleet of approximately 3,000 trailers, our client provides tailored contract hire solutions including curtain-sided, double-deck and box trailers, all supported by comprehensive maintenance packages designed to keep customers operating efficiently. The business continues to experience sustained growth through long-term customer partnerships and a commitment to investing in the latest trailer technology.

As part of its continued expansion, they are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Sales Manager to develop new business opportunities throughout the Northwest of England.

The Role

This is an exciting field-based opportunity for an experienced sales professional to join a successful and growing organisation within the commercial vehicle and trailer industry.

Reporting into the senior management team, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new long-term contract hire agreements for articulated trailers. Alongside trailer rental solutions, you will also promote innovative trailer technology products including telematics, electronic brake performance monitoring and fleet tracking systems, providing customers with complete fleet management solutions.

The successful candidate will have the autonomy to manage their own territory, develop strategic customer relationships, and play a key role in expanding the company's market share.

Key Responsibilities

- Identify, develop and secure new long-term trailer contract hire opportunities.
- Generate new business through proactive prospecting and networking.
- Build strong relationships with transport operators, logistics providers and commercial fleet customers.
- Manage the full sales process from initial enquiry through to contract completion.
- Promote tailored trailer solutions including curtain-sided, box and double-deck trailers.
- Introduce customers to the company's advanced trailer technology and telematics products.
- Maintain regular contact with existing customers to maximise fleet utilisation and identify additional opportunities.
- Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activity and new business prospects.
- Deliver professional customer presentations and commercial proposals.
- Negotiate commercial agreements while maintaining strong profit margins.
- Work closely with internal operations and service teams to ensure exceptional customer experience.
- Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events.
- Maintain accurate sales records and pipeline activity using CRM systems.

About You

We're looking for a highly motivated sales professional with a proven ability to develop long-term business relationships within the commercial vehicle sector.

You will possess:

- Proven B2B sales experience within the heavy-duty leasing, trailer, truck, commercial vehicle, tyre and/or transport and complimetary sectors.
- A successful track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation ability.
- The confidence to work independently whilst managing a regional sales territory.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach with a passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
- Full UK Driving Licence.

What We Offer

- Salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience.
- Company car.
- Uncapped earning potential through a performance-related commission structure.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Private healthcare.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- Wi-Fi contribution.
- Home-based working with the flexibility to manage your own diary.
- Opportunity to join a market-leading organisation with ambitious growth plans.
- Long-term career development within a successful family-owned business.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to become part of a respected and expanding organisation that continues to invest in its people, technology and customer relationships. You'll have the freedom to manage your own region, the support of an experienced team, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future growth of the business while enjoying excellent earning potential and career progression.

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