Area Sales Manager Vacancy - Immediate Start Available

• Location: West Sussex
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) plus commission & company car

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a results-driven Professional Horticultural Area Sales Manager to join a growing West Sussex team. This role involves promoting and selling ranges of Grounds Maintenance equipment across West Sussex and parts of East Sussex.

Day-to-day duties of the role:

• Work closely with both existing and prospective customers, providing expert advice, identifying their needs, and delivering outstanding customer service.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets by managing an established and active customer base and identifying new business opportunities to grow market share across your designated territory.
• Demonstrate equipment to customers as required and manage customer accounts to build long-term relationships.
• Utilise strong administrative and organisational skills to maintain accurate records and manage schedules effectively.
• Use Google Maps for efficient route planning and customer visits.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Good, sound knowledge of the horticultural industry and its equipment (advantageous).
• Proven sales experience, ideally within Groundcare, agricultural, construction, or a similar machinery sector (desirable).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both face-to-face and via phone/email.
• Demonstrated capability to identify new sales opportunities, upsell, and close deals.
• Target-driven mindset with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• High level of computer literacy, including strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Holds a full, valid driving licence and can maintain a clean, safe vehicle.
• Professional, smart, and presentable appearance.
• Dependable, reliable, and able to maintain consistent performance.
• Good understanding of and adherence to Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus commission and company car.
• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Workplace pension, life assurance (2x salary).
• Country store staff discount, company sick pay scheme.
• Employee referral scheme, benefit hub app, health assured app, and flu jab cover.

Additional Information:

• Hours: 42.5 hrs per week – 8am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch). Additional hours as required which may include weekends as per rota especially during peak periods.