Job Description

About us

Trucksmith is renowned for being the Vehicle Body Builder that evolved with the world and led the class. Founded in the early 1980's and still family run, Trucksmith has moved with the market place from being a jobbing Coachbuilder to designing, manufacturing and developing the most famous and successful range of 3.5 tonne GVW low floored Lutons in Europe, completing both the exacting European Whole Vehicle Type Approval in early 2013 and following Brexit the UK Whole Vehicle Type Approval in 2020.

Trucksmith is complemented by a culture of continuous improvement and the introduction of proven technology, with modern materials, ensuing reliability and offering the best bodywork to its customers. Quality is maintained by staff dedicated to the highest of standards and a management team who have devoted their working lives to the industry.

Overview:

Join our dynamic team as a Commercial Sales Executive and drive significant revenue growth! We're looking for a passionate and proven sales professional with a track record of success in the commercial vehicle sector. This role is primarily based at our Devon HQ, with some hybrid working options available.

Responsibilities:

Drive Business Growth:

Develop and implement winning sales strategies that deliver measurable results.

Generate New Business:

Proactively identify and cultivate new business opportunities, building strong relationships with potential clients and key decision-makers.

Understand the Market:

Conduct thorough market research to stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and evolving customer needs.

Collaborate and Achieve:

Work closely with the sales team to achieve and exceed collective sales targets, sharing best practices and supporting team success.

Maximise Client Relationships:

Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products and services to existing clients, strengthening partnerships and increasing revenue.

Track and Report:

Utilise CRM software and other sales tools for accurate sales tracking, reporting, pipeline management, and performance analysis.

Requirements:

Commercial Vehicle Sales Expertise:

Proven track record of success in Commercial Vehicle sales, ideally within a B2B or commercial sales environment.

Relationship Building:

Exceptional ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.

Communication Skills:

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills (both verbal and written).

Organisational Prowess:

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Results-Oriented:

A self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a passion for exceeding targets.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools.

For Cheeky Recruiters

The in house team at Trucksmith has a highly trained set of recruiters who know the precise type of person that would flourish in the business, as such we won't consider / read speculative or unsolicited CVs from agencies to any Trucksmith employee.

When we need to draw upon our external recruitment partners we will only use suppliers who have signed up to our preferred supplier list. Only our selected recruitment partners will earn a fee where we have instructed them directly within a specific remit.

If the above is not observed the Trucksmith team reserves the right to contact submitted candidates directly and initiate discussions without payment of any agency fee.

If you chance your arm and submit unsolicited CVs and proposals to Trucksmith all of the above will apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Experience:

sales: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cullompton EX15 3FH