Job Description

About this Role

As a Sales Executive within Dawsondirect, part of Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer, you will take ownership of selling used HGVs and trailers to new and existing customers across the UK. This role suits an experienced field sales professional from the HGV or wider automotive sector who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning conversations into long term value.

Manage and grow sales of used trucks and trailers from the Dawsongroup fleet Build strong relationships with new and existing customers through proactive field sales Work closely with fleet, remarketing, and senior stakeholders to achieve sales targets Keep the CRM system accurate and up to date, using insight to drive activity Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and pricing to inform sales strategy

About You

You are commercially minded, confident in front of customers, and comfortable managing your own pipeline. You may already work in the HGV industry or bring transferable field sales experience from an automotive related environment.

Field sales experience within HGV, commercial vehicles, trailers, or automotive sectors Comfortable working independently while collaborating with wider teams Strong communication skills with a professional and approachable style Organised, self-motivated, and able to prioritise effectively Not sure you tick every box? If you have the right attitude and transferable experience, we would still love to hear from you

About Us

Dawsongroup has been a family business since 1935 and a leader in asset rental since 1974. Through Dawsondirect, we specialise in the sale of high quality used commercial vehicles and trailers, backed by deep industry knowledge and trusted customer relationships.

Part of Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer, an award winning market leader Focused on smarter asset strategy, resilience, and long-term partnerships Values centred on integrity, ownership, and growing together

About Your Future

You will join a business that invests in people, supports progression, and values contribution.

Up to 25 days leave including your birthday, plus bank holidays and up to 10 additional days Life assurance, funded training, and internal progression opportunities Wellbeing and mental health support, plus cycle to work and long term incentives

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.


If you want to develop your sales career with an asset rental business that genuinely values people and potential, this could be your next move. Your skills, ambition, and perspective matter here because our people are our greatest asset!


Dawsongroup truck and trailer have been providing specialised contract hire to customers for more than forty-five years. Even now, the team is rapidly expanding and they're looking for passionate people with an eye for career progression and development.