Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager

Oxford

Closing Date: 18/ 07/ 24
Salary: Competitive Basic Salary plus package
Position Type: Permanent

• Do you have commercial experience in the Bus and Coach Industry?

• Want to work for a leading manufacturer with a global presence?

About Our Client

Hidral Gobel carefully designs its bus ramps and lifting platforms, systems adaptable to different types of driving means that improve the experience and satisfaction of end users. These systems are manufactured in Spain, specifically at the Hidral Gobel plant located in Lanciego (Álava), and comply with current regulations, while incorporating the latest cutting-edge technology that facilitates their use and maintenance. To comply with the important process of putting its accessibility systems into operation, Hidral Gobel has a team of engineers, assembly, technical support and training on the optimal handling of the products, and who personally fulfil the company's after-sales services.

Job Description

The primary responsibility for the Area Sales Manager will be to manage, grow and develop the existing relationships across the UK

Further responsibilities include:-

• Being a brand ambassador for Hidral Gobel within the Bus and Coach industry.

• Being the first point of contact for any opportunities and enquiries across England.

• Engaging with current customers to understand their fleet size and expansion plans.

• Building a plan on how to grow and enter new markets.

• Working closely with HQ in Spain and executing key strategies locally.

• Technically advising customers on the product suite and how this is applicable to their needs.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Area Sales Manager will:-

• Have demonstrable commercial experience within the Bus/Coach/Minibus industry.

• Be a self starter, determined and self motivated individual.

• Be consultative in their approach with a strong eye for detail.

• Be able to travel frequently across England.

• Build rapport with ease and able to work with multiple stakeholders at various levels.

• Have exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills.

What's on Offer

On offer is a competitive basic salary and package but also an opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving the UK strategy for Hidral Gobel!

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.