JOB: AREA SALES MANAGER- SOUTH

AREA SALES MANAGER- SOUTH

CONTACT DETAILS: JOHN WILKINSON JWILKINSON@KYMCOUK.CO.UK , 07884 068470

We are looking for experienced candidates with a knowledge of Motorcycle and/or Automotive trade retail operations and preferably a track record in business to business sales to work for one of the most progressive and expanding motorcycle manufacturer brands in the UK. 

However we will also welcome applications from candidates who may be wanting to progress their career aspirations by taking the first step into area management with a manufacturer.

In this case you would have experience and understanding of working within a dealership environment or fast paced business to business sales.

Covering the South of England and reporting to the National Sales Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting regular dealer visits for the purpose of reviewing every aspect of their business.
• Targeting and prospecting for new business partners as appropriate.
• Driving and increasing the territory market share.
• Ensuring your area achieves its commercial objectives.
• Effectively managing relations between the manufacturer and its dealer network.
• Providing timely and accurate reports on all aspects of activity and performance to the National Sales Manager.

If you've got what it takes to be part of the continuing success of KYMCO UK then we want to hear from you - apply direct via this ad now!

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), high levels of professionalism and a good understanding of the motorcycle and/or automotive markets and industries together with experience at retail management level and/or previous area management experience.

Essential
You must be dynamic in your approach to business, be able to work on your own initiative and be target driven.

Excellent organisational, influencing and negotiation skills together with good PC skills are also a must.

• A passion for motorcycles and possess a full motorcycle licence.
• Full Driving Licence
• You should also ideally live within the area in question.
• You will also possess the ability to manage your workload effectively remotely.

Benefits
An excellent basic salary will be awarded to the successful candidate together with a monthly bonus paid on achievement of targets.
Company vehicle, phone and laptop.

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JOB: AREA SALES AGENT, IRELAND

AREA SALES AGENT

CONTACT DETAILS: JOBS@FOWLERS.CO.UK

Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
Looking for an interesting and challenging role?

One of the UK’s largest motorcycle clothing, helmets and spare parts wholesalers is seeking to appoint a self-employed Area Sales Agent.

THE ROLE
To promote and sell a large range of products from The Key Collection in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
✓ A proven track record in field sales and business development.
✓ Customer-driven with the ability and desire to give first-class customer service.
✓ An intelligent and enthusiastic communicator at all levels with a friendly and out-going personality.
✓ An energetic self-starter who is flexible and target-driven with a determination to succeed.
✓ Smart appearance, computer literate, numerate and accurate.
✓ Knowledge/appreciation of motorcycles an asset but not essential.

THE POSITION OFFERS YOU:
✓ Commission payable on net sales*
✓ Target related annual bonus*
✓ Contribution towards expenses when visiting Ireland
✓ Full product training

*Subject to the terms of the Agency Agreement

For more details of the job description, please email: jobs@fowlers.co.uk

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JOB: FIELD SALES MANAGER

FIELD SALES MANAGER

CONTACT DETAILS: JOBS@FOWLERS.CO.UK

South East of England, including London & East Anglia

One of the UK’s largest wholesalers of motorcycle clothing, helmets, accessories and genuine spare parts is looking for an energetic and dynamic self-starter, who is flexible and target-driven, to join our field sales team as a Field Sales Manager.

THE ROLE:
To promote and sell a comprehensive portfolio of motorcycle clothing, helmets, accessories and genuine spare parts for Fowlers under the banner of The Key Collection in the south-east of England, as well as generate new business and service the existing dealer network.

THE POSITION OFFERS YOU:
✓ a very competitive salary
✓ an on-target monthly incentive & annual bonus scheme**
✓ a company car, company bike, mobile phone and IT equipment**
✓ company pension scheme and generous free life insurance**
✓ free private healthcare**

**Subject to eligibility/terms/conditions/availability

For more details of the job description, please email: jobs@fowlers.co.uk

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JOB: BRAND MANAGER MOTORCYCLE AND ATV TYRE SALES

BRAND MANAGER MOTORCYCLE AND ATV TYRE SALES

CONTACT DETAILS: RECRUITMENT@MAXXIS.CO.UK

Maxxis is one of the top tyre manufacturers worldwide. We are a high profile, growing brand synonymous with performances within the automotive and motorcycle sectors.
A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Brand Manager to join one of the top tyre manufacturers worldwide.

The Role:

Reporting to the UK Brand Manager you will be expected to manage and develop accounts across the Southern UK area. The position will require excellent communication and business development skills and the ability to forge strong relationships with new and existing dealers. Time management will also be a clear requirement to ensure that sales are generated to ensure maximum profitability against annual targets.

Key Responsibilities and Accountability:

• Develop and exploit new sales opportunities within the South of England with retained gross margin in line with brand objectives.
• Work closely with UK Brand manager to deliver new sales opportunities with existing and potential customers in line with pre agreed sales targets and be measured against these.
• Establish and maintain effective communications links with other company departments
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and prepare regular forecasts to enable effective forward planning
• Attending sales meetings, shows and promotional events as and when required.
• Competitor analysis – ongoing analysis of market penetration and SWOT. Ongoing ‘ear to the ground’ for competitor pricing and activity
• Establish clear brand values and clearly communicate that through activity
• High level technical support for prospective customers
• Technical advice and account manager support for existing dealers and technical partners
• Negotiating sales pricing and contracts – with support of UK Brand manager
• Take ownership for a proportion of the growth plan for volume – work towards volume and sales targets

Ideal Candidate:

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years working in the motorcycle, ATV or tyre industry and be highly motivated and target driven.

Benefits:
An industry leading package based on experience with company vehicle will be made available to the successful candidate as well as a chance to work with our dynamic team.

Applications in writing with full CV and covering letter to: recruitment@maxxis.co.uk

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JOB: Sales Manager required, Midlands area

MIDLANDS AREA MANAGER

CONTACT DETAILS: BETH.ROGERS@MOTOGEAR.CO.UK

As a leading distributor, Motogear are seeking a professional and self-motivated Area Sales Manager to cover the Midlands, this is an exciting position within our expanding company - to work with key retailers to develop our market leading portfolio consisting of premier helmet brands Nolan and X-lite, as well as the rapidly expanding Ixon clothing brand.

The Role Covers

• Support, maintain and develop our existing customer base
• Managing the sales performance of our customers and achieving all targets and commercial objectives
• Representing all brands within the company’s portfolio
• Identify new sales opportunities with potential customers
• Attend exhibitions and trade shows, as required
• Maintain accurate sales activity records for each customer
• Effective communications with all departments within the Company

The Ideal Candidate

• Self-motivated, possess excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills
• Always maintain a high level of professionalism
• Willing to work flexibly in order to ensure target achievement and commercial growth of the area
• Possess a strong positive attitude
• Whilst previous industry experience would certainly be an advantage - it is not essential!

Benefits

In addition to a unique opportunity to represent premier brands, this role comes with an excellent remuneration package (made up of a basic gross salary together with "uncapped" commissions), together with a quality company vehicle.

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence & are to be e-mailed to beth.rogers@motogear.co.uk before Tuesday 31st December 2019.

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JOB! CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGER

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGER

CONTACT DETAILS: SARA@VROOMBYTHESEA.COM

We're all passionate about bikes here at The Cafe Racer (www.the-cafe-racer.com) and we're proud to be the UK’s leading supplier of retro and vintage style motorcycle apparel, parts and accessories.

A real opportunity has arisen for a Customer Experience Manager who can lead our Retail & Warehouse Operation Team in their desire to create the best customer experience.

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of 3 years Retail Management experience
• Target led and results driven to meet and exceed sales targets
• The  experience to maximise every sales opportunity
• The ability to create great customer experiences
• Store environment experience including merchandising and standards
• A working understanding of warehouse procedures (goods in, goods out and asset protection)
• Experience of managing a large portfolio of products within a store and warehouse environment
• Customer Service experience including managing complaints with appropriate resolutions
• An experienced leader who can develop, nurture and lead a Team
  Person Specification

• Great selling (with integrity) skills
• Driven by targets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organised and methodical
• A genuine interest in helping drive a growing business forward
• An innovative and confident decision maker
• The ability to manage multiple objectives at the same time
• A hands on leader with a real interest in developing their team to be the very best
• Experience in all areas of people management (development, discipline, appraisals, etc.)
• The ability to work within a small team
• A passion and experience with motorbikes and the community

Package on offer

• Salary £24k to £27k dependent on experience
• Annual (meaningful) bonus scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Life Insurance
• Pension
• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) rising each year to a maximum of 32 inclusive.
• 5 days per week based on a six day rota, some Bank Holiday working
• Great staff prices!

Looking to recruit quickly!

CV and a covering letter to be sent to sara@vroombythesea.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

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JOB! E-COMMERCE SALES EXECUTIVE

E-COMMERCE SALES EXECUTIVE

CONTACT DETAILS: ANDY@PERFORMANCEPARTS-LTD.COM

This is a great opportunity to join one of the UK's leading high-end motorcycle parts distributors in the position of E-Commerce Sales Executive.

The role will involve developing and managing the E-Commerce sales area within our business, in particular the eBay platform.

The package on offer is as follows:

• Salary OTE circa £30K
• Monday - Friday
• 30 days + holiday
• Company pension
• Huge potential for financial growth
• Usual benefits of working within the motorcycle industry
• The position requires motorcycle market knowledge, and some experience with eBay in a commercial environment.

The ideal candidate will be intelligent and articulate and be able to demonstrate very high standards of communication, pc literacy and attention to detail.

Please apply in writing, with a covering letter and current CV to andy@performanceparts-ltd.com

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JOB: TECHNICAL ADVISOR AT YAMAHA

TECHNICAL ADVISOR

CONTACT DETAILS: PERSONNEL@YAMAHA-MOTOR.CO.UK

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our busy Aftersales Division for a Technical Advisor to deliver comprehensive technical support for all three of our main product groups.
This is an office based position available at our HQ in Woking primarily providing information to our dealers and customers on our range of Motorcycle, Marine and Power Products and as such we anticipate that the successful applicant will have a sound and relevant technical background with experience working as a Technician, Service Advisor or in another similar position. This job may suit somebody from such roles looking to take up a fresh challenge within the industry.

Part of the main responsibilities will also include providing the factories in Japan & Europe with market feedback and offering advice & support to other functions within the Aftersales Division, such as warranty and customer service.

The successful candidate will need to be based within reasonable commuting distance of our offices, have good communication and basic computer skills with programmes such as Microsoft Office etc. Occasional travel including attendance at shows and other promotional events will be expected. A full car and full motorcycle driving licence is essential and applications will not progress without this.

Those that apply will need to be able to work in team environments, have a flexible approach and strive to better their knowledge and skills every day. Particular effort and enthusiasm will be expected to be put into learning technical areas of the products where knowledge may not be as familiar to you as others to ensure we maintain a consistent high standard of service and remain customer centric with the information we deliver across our entire dealer and customer network.

In return our company can offer you a warm welcome and a place within a company who already has many talented and diverse individuals.

On top of this we will provide you with autoenrollment onto a competitive pension scheme, finance discounts and other perks via our partnership with Perkbox, private health care following completion of one full years’ service amongst other unique benefits.

If this sounds like the right next challenge and opportunity for you, please send a full CV and covering letter (including your salary expectation) to:

Personnel Dept., Yamaha Motor Europe N.V., Branch UK
Unit A2 & A3 Kingswey Business Park, Forsyth Road
Sheerwater, Surrey GU21 5SA
or Email: personnel@yamaha-motor.co.uk

Closing Date 26th November 2019

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JOB! PROFESSIONAL SALES PERSON REQUIRED

PROFESSIONAL SALES PERSON REQUIRED

CONTACT DETAILS: DAVID@MOTOCORSA.CO.UK

Moto Corsa Limited is a well-established motorcycle dealer based in Gillingham, North Dorset – just 3 miles south of the A303. A well-established, successful dealership enjoying the benefits of being a top “ride out destination” in the Southwest exhibiting some of the finest motorcycle brands in the industry and home of the renowned and award-winning Cafe Newt.

Dealers for KTM, MV Agusta, Royal Enfield and Moto Guzzi and importers for Energica electric super-sport motorcycles, we have experienced considerable growth over the past two years which has been achieved through commitment and ability of our staff, who we strive to continually develop in order to maintain and improve a high degree of customer satisfaction. We take pride in delivering the ‘Moto Corsa' experience... Quality, performance, passion and enjoyment.

The role involves selling new and used motorcycles, finance extended warranties, clothing and accessories.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will need to be a self-motivated, possess excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills and always maintain a high level of professionalism. You must have the ability to build long-term customer relationships, display excellent personal organisation skills, a hunger to succeed and the desire to go the extra mile. While previous experience is a benefit, it Is not a prerequisite.

Essential
You must have a full car and motorcycle licence. Availability to work Saturdays and the occasional weekend show, such as the NEC Motorcycle Show and MCN Live.

Other Benefits
The opportunity to enjoy a new and successful career with Moto Corsa. We will offer the successful candidate an excellent salary package including uncapped commission earnings with a realistic OTE of at least £30,000pa. Opt out pension scheme, Clothing & Accessories staff purchase scheme, 21 days holiday per annum plus statutory.

Please send CV and covering letter to david@motocorsa.co.uk

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JOBS! REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS (NORTH AND SOUTH OF THE COUNTRY) MOTUL

REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS (NORTH AND SOUTH OF THE COUNTRY) MOTUL
CONTACT DETAILS: RECRUITMENT@MOTO-DIRECT.COM

MotoDirect Ltd has established itself as a leading manufacturer, distributor and reseller of technical apparel and PPE within the Motorcycle, Cycle and Autosport industries. With market leading own brands RST and Wolf and a portfolio of the biggest global brands; Arai, AGV/Dainese, Motul we specialise in providing protective technical outerwear, lubricants and equipment to 2 and 4-wheel users.
Following unprecedented growth of MOTUL in the UK and EIRE Motodirect Limited are recruiting for Regional Sales Managers (North and South of the country) to further reinforce MOTUL’s market leading position.

Job Purpose
Reporting to Senior Brand Manager the primary function of this role is the commercial development of MOTUL within the UK dealer network. The position will require excellent communication and business development skills and the ability for forge strong relationships with new and existing dealers. Time management will also be a clear requirement to ensure that MOTUL receives the necessary activity to achieve significant market share growth in line with agreed 5-year plan.

Key Responsibilities and Accountability

• Develop new dealer opportunities for MOTUL within agreed territory delivering new business with retained gross margin in line with brand objectives
• Work closely with brand manager to deliver new sales opportunities in line with pre agreed sales targets and be measured against these
• Implement dealer POS and Instore promotional activity
• Be a key point of contact for each dealership within agreed area with primary focus on Suzuki supporting new OEM partnership
• Arrange and execute all outdoor events and promotional days
• Establish an ongoing view of expansion for MOTUL – new products, initiatives etc.
• Competitor analysis – ongoing analysis of market penetration and SWAT
• Product training – certificated to dealers to cover all aspects of the MOTUL range
• Establish clear brand values and clearly communicate that through activity
• High level technical support for prospective customers
• Technical advice and account manager support for existing dealers and technical partners
• Negotiating sales pricing and contracts – with support of brand manager
• Take ownership for a proportion of the growth plan for volume – work towards volume and sales targets
• Competitor analysis – ongoing ‘ear to the ground’ for competitor pricing and activity
• Technical training for dealers and technical partners
• Industry leading package based on experience with company vehicle

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years working in the motorcycle industry and be highly motivated and target driven. An industry leading package based on experience is available as well as a chance to work with our dynamic team at Motodirect.

For further information on this new exciting role please send your CV and a short letter of application, outlining your interest and salary expectations to recruitment@moto-direct.com.

Closing Date:30 November 2019

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JOB: MARKETING MANAGER

 MARKETING MANAGER

CONTACT DETAILS:  RECRUITMENT@OXPROD.COM

Competitive salary (level dependent on experience) + bonus + benefits
Reporting to the Marketing Director, this is a key position managing a small team who are required to deliver all marketing activities for both motorcycle and cycle business.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate confidence, initiative and attention to detail in a busy and fast-moving work environment. They will have the ability to work fluidly with other departments in order to establish priorities and collate information and to lead their team to deliver timely and effective communication. Good inter-departmental communication is the key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing, motivating and developing a team of 3-4 staff to deliver images, video, copy, social media and all other marketing communications and activities
• Managing the company’s involvement in national and international shows and events (involves travel), as well as running internal events and maintaining a UK showroom to the highest standards
• Creating and leveraging, in conjunction with other stakeholders, results from Oxford’s sponsorship and racing activities
• Planning and running on- and off-site photoshoots
• Coordination of press activities including sample distribution and resulting coverage
• Developing a sustainable, consistent and deliverable social media strategy
• Managing team uniform and one-off merchandise projects
• Monthly reporting to the Marketing Director on activities including press results, social media, racing etc
• Build and maintain a positive and reliable relationship with other departments

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• 5 years’ marketing experience in a relevant marketing role
• A motivational, flexible, friendly and proactive approach to management
• Excellent organisational skills and a good eye for detail
• Strong copywriting skills
• Proficiency in all relevant computer programmes and applications
• Preferably, some experience in the motorcycle, bicycle or automotive industry and a motorcycle licence

If you want to join an award winning and highly successful business and have the desire and ability to seize this unique opportunity, download our application form at www.oxfordproducts.com/contact/jobs_board. Applications should be accompanied by a full CV and a covering letter detailing all relevant experience and the reason you are applying, and then emailed to recruitment@oxprod.com.

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JOB: MOTORCYCLE SALES PERSON

MOTORCYCLE SALES PERSON

CONTACT DETAILS: DONNA JONES, ACCOUNTS@WOODSMOTORCYCLES.CO.UK

THE NORTH WEST'S DUCATI & TRIUMPH SPECIALISTS ESTABLISHED 1981
Woods Motorcycles are the largest dealer in North Wales/Cheshire and one of largest in the North West. We are proud to retail the Triumph and Ducati brands, within a 10,000sq/ft warehouse. We employ 15 staff and are currently seeking personable, hardworking applicants for  the following position:

MOTORCYCLE SALES PERSON
We are looking for a person to join our very busy sales team. Preferably you will have had experience in either the motorcycle or car trade but this is not essential. Training with all manufacturers will be given. You must be IT literate, and be an unselfish team player. An excellent salary and bonus system is available. Weekend working on a rota basis necessary (a basic 5 day week) and a fun, friendly environment is promised, where your help will make the difference! You must be passionate about people and motorcycles, and be friendly, attentive and genuine to all our customers, No hard sell executives to apply!

Pay circa £20-30,000 dependent on bonuses earned and previous experience.

To apply for this position:

Either email your full CV to Donna Jones via accounts@woodsmotorcycles.co.uk

Or post your full CV to: 

Donna Jones, 
Woods Motorcycles, 
Units 1-4 Peel Street, 
Abergele, 
LL22 7LA

CLOSING DATE 7th August 2019

NO PERSONAL CALLERS PLEASE

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EVENT: BIKE SHED HOLDS FESTIVAL AT RACE CIRCUIT

BIKE SHED HOLDS FESTIVAL AT RACE CIRCUIT

The Bike Shed is to run a new biking festival at Lydden Hill race circuit in Kent later this year, allowing retro enthusiasts to experience both on-track and off-road action. The event has been launched after the success of the Shed’s first Café Racer Cup, which took place at the circuit last year and will include a variety of other classes, including 125s, carbed sportsbikes and supermotos.

Interestingly, the festival, which will run from 4-6 October, will also include The Commuter Cup, which is open to riders in hi-vis on bikes with panniers and top boxes. Overtakes must be made with indication, or the place yielded. The Bike Shed is based at Shoreditch in London.

The event is primarily designed for those who have little to no track-day experience and have never considered racing, riders will be split into groups according to their lap times during practice, recorded via transponders.

Those wanting off-road action are also catered for by Malle London, who will host The Malle Trials comprising of a series of races on inappropriate machinery up the grassy hill beside the track.

Run as a weekend festival, pitches are available for tents, as well as showers and washing facilities. Glamping is also available, with tickets available through the Bike Shed Festival website.

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JOB: BICKERS AREA SALES MANAGER – SOUTH OF ENGLAND

BICKERS AREA SALES MANAGER – SOUTH OF ENGLAND

CONTACT DETAILS:  RECRUITMENT@MAXXIS.CO.UK

A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager to join the UK’s most progressive and vibrant distributor of motorcycle hard parts and tyres. Well known and highly respected throughout the industry, the company was founded nearly 40 years ago.

Covering South England from home, the Area Sales Manager’s role is to generate the maximum amount of profitable sales through the achievement of sales targets and by making new and existing distributors and dealers aware of the Company's excellent product range.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Generate sales to achieve maximum profitability against annual sales targets.
• Identify and exploit new sales opportunities with existing and potential customers.
• Monitor customer accounts within the allocated sales area to ensure that sales potential is fully exploited.
• Establish and maintain effective communication links with other company departments.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activity and prepare regular forecasts to enable effective forward planning.
• Develop knowledge and maintain awareness of company products and competitors.
• Highlight and monitor any excessive debts and assist in collecting them as and when required.
• Communicate customer feedback to all relevant departments to achieve the highest possible customer satisfaction across every contact point along the customer journey
• Maintain contact with the sales office and distribution department in relation to account queries returns or damage to goods etc.
• Attend and participate in quarterly national sales meetings.
• Relay customer feedback as part of ongoing product development opportunities
• Attend exhibitions and trade fairs throughout the UK and Europe
  
  The ideal candidate will have a proven successful background in field sales preferably gained in the motorcycle or allied industries.

The successful candidate will:

• Be confident in presenting at all levels.
• Possess excellent communication and computer skills with experience in using CRM systems.
• Be well-presented and personable with the ability to build and maintain rapport with clients.
• Have the ability to close on face to face sales.
• Be target driven and have the ability to perform to KPIs.
  
  In return you will receive a salary of £27,500 basic, per annum plus commission resulting in the realistic OTE of £45,000 plus (uncapped), and a fully expensed company car, laptop, mobile telephone and company credit card.

Apply with full CV and covering letter to: recruitment@maxxis.co.uk

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JOB: MARKETING COORDINATOR, MOTORCYCLE & SCOOTER PRODUCTS

MARKETING COORDINATOR, MOTORCYCLE & SCOOTER PRODUCTS

CONTACT DETAILS:  PERSONNEL@YAMAHA-MOTOR.CO.UK

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our busy marketing department, based at our UK head office near Woking, for a dynamic individual with an interest to develop their career within the motorcycle industry.
Reporting to the Manager, Marketing the successful candidate would be part of a team of four consisting of two other Coordinators as well as a Market Analyst.

The successful candidate will ideally have a flair and enthusiasm for digital advertising and be proactive with CRM systems. These being key responsibilities of the role, they will need to maximise opportunities for the business with potential end customer’s whilst further strengthening the brand with a customer centric approach.

Although dealing with both road and off-road product, there is a large off-road element to the role and other marketing activities will include but are not limited to:
Liaisons with and PR for race teams and riding schools. Exhibition and Event Management, visual identity support to our very important Dealer Network as well as building solid relationships with the press, colleagues in the UK and in Europe to ensure the maximum success of sales for all our product groups and achievement of our “one company” marketing initiatives.

Those that apply will need to be able to work in team environments, have a flexible approach and strive to better their knowledge and skills every day.

You must have a full motorcycle licence at the time of application, have a good understanding of IT systems and a marketing qualification would be considered an advantage, along with some relevant experience.

In return the company can offer a competitive salary, auto-enrolment onto a pension scheme, mobile phone and lap top as well as other unique benefits.

If you believe you are ready for the challenge then please send your up to date CV with a covering letter (including your salary expectation) to:

Personnel Dept., Yamaha Motor Europe NV, Branch UK, Unit A2 & A3 Kingswey Business Park, Forsyth Road, Sheerwater, Surrey GU21 5SA

or Email: personnel@yamaha-motor.co.uk

Closing Date Friday 2nd August 2019
No agencies please

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NEWS: YAMAHA ANNOUNCES 0% SUMMER FINANCE OFFERS

YAMAHA ANNOUNCES 0% SUMMER FINANCE OFFERS

Yamaha is offering 0% finance over three years on some of its best sellers.

Highlights of the 0% APR Representative Conditional Sale offer include the new-for-2019 YZF-R125, the recently-revealed YZF-R125 Monster Energy MotoGP edition, the naked MT-125 and learner friendly YS125.

Inspired by the Dark Side of Japan, the MT-07 Hyper Naked is now available at 0% APR Representative with monthly repayments from as low as £69 per month.

The popular Tracer 900 and high-specTracer 900 GT Sport Touring models are also available on 0% APR Representative CS for £105 and £119 per month respectively.

As well as the 0% APR Representative Conditional Sale offer, all above models are also available on PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) at 4.9% APR Representative while all other models remain at 6.9% APR.

The offers are said to be for a limited period from participating dealers only.

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JOB: MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN

MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN

CONTACT DETAILS: SPEEDWAYMOTORCYCLES@GMAIL.COM

Speedway Motorcycles are one of the largest importers and retail sellers of: AJS, Benelli, Lexmoto, Royal Alloy, Sinnis, Keeway and Genata motorcycles.
We are looking for the right individual to help keep us on top of this interesting and exciting market.

Salary:
£22,000 upwards dependent on experience

Benefits:
29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Normal Hours of Work:
Full time, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Working Environment:

Friendly, team goal focused, fast paced and dynamic

Experience/Qualifications/Skills:

Candidates must be fully qualified motorcycle technicians – having successfully undertaken a manufacturer apprenticeship, achieved NVQ level 3 or equivalent training

Experience working on modern motorcycles and using diagnostic equipment

Recent manufacturer training and experience

Full and preferably clean motorcycle licence

Able to work unsupervised in a safe and timely manner to high exacting standards.

A self-starter with a flexible can do attitude

Exceptional attention to detail

For information on this position please call Garry on 01543 467300 or send an email to speedwaymotorcycles@gmail.com we will respond within 24 hours.

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JOB: FIELD ACCOUNT MANAGER REQUIRED

FIELD ACCOUNT MANAGER REQUIRED

CONTACT DETAILS: STUART MILNE, STUART.MILNE@BIKEIT.CO.UK , 023 8065 8704

To service London and north home counties area
Working with over 15,000 product lines and some of the most innovative sales tools on the market your responsibility will be to support a designated base of customers, maintain existing business and service levels and further present new and exclusive products through your territory of motorcycle dealers.

Working from home, you will be supplied with all the necessary IT tools, company vehicle and a database of customers in your allocated area.

Bike It brands include Liqui Moly lubricants, Airoh helmets, Shot race wear plus officially licensed MotoGP apparel to name a few of our highly desirable ranges.

Industry leading package: guaranteed salary plus generous uncapped commission potential.

OTE £40,000

Previous sales experience is essential

Call Stuart Milne on 023 8065 8704, or email stuart.milne@bikeit.co.uk to arrange an application.

All applicants will be treated in the strictest of confidence

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JOBS: MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIANS

 MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIANS

Due to our continued growth and success we are looking for two fully qualified, experienced Motorcycle Technicians to join our workshop team on the Wiltshire/Dorset border, in our premium multi franchised dealership.
Moto Corsa is an official dealer for MV Agusta, Brough Superior, Royal Enfield, Benelli, Energica, Moto Guzzi and Aprilia.

Ideal Candidate
The suitable candidate should ideally be qualified to NVQ level 3 or C & G equivalent or higher and have a minimum of 3 years mechanical experience-  either automotive or motorcycle.

Essential
You should be able to work unsupervised in a safe and timely manner to high exacting standards. You must have technical experience of modern motorcycles and be able to use current diagnostic equipment.

From time to time you may also be required to talk to customers and as such you must be able to communicate clearly and provide technical explanations in a way that can be easily understood. You will be responsible for diagnosing, servicing, repairing customers bikes and preparing new and used bikes for the sales team as well as fitting and fixing accessories and aftermarket spares for customer orders ready for collection or delivery.

A full bike and car licence is essential.

If you are a qualified MOT tester that would be advantageous although not necessary but you must have the criteria to become an MOT tester.

MotoCorsa is treats training very highly – both as a retail shop and training of dealers for our imported product. Therefore, occasional nights away from home will be required.

Benefits
A very competitive salary and benefits package will be awarded to the successful candidate(s) which will fully reflect both qualifications and experience.

Please send CV and covering letter to david@motocorsa.co.uk

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JOB: MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN

MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN

CONTACT DETAILS: , HR@4TH-D.CO.UK

Salary:
£23,000 upwards dependent on experience.

Benefits:
29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, Loyalty based benefits, Uniform, Pension, Childcare Vouchers Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Monthly/Quarterly & Annual Team engagement events, beverages and free parking.

Normal Hours of Work:
Full time, 8:00am to 5:30pm or 7:00am to 4:30pm – Monday to Friday, plus overtime by mutual agreement.

Working Environment:
Friendly, team goal focused, fast paced and dynamic.

Reporting to:
Technician Team Leader

Are you an experienced Motorcycle Technician looking for an opportunity to work in a state of the art facility on all makes and models of motorcycle? If so, this could be the role for you.

4th Dimension Innovation Limited are a leading provider of specialist claims handling services to insurance companies and brokers operating within the motorcycle sector with in-house repair facilities. Recently awarded with "Counter Fraud Initiative of the Year" from the Modern Claims Awards 2017. Featured in the Sunday Times Fast-track 100 of the Fastest Growing Privately Owned Companies in the UK, the company continues to experience substantial success and growth.

We are looking for a new member to join the team in our rapidly growing specialist accident damage repair and fleet operation. Our state-of-the-art, air conditioned facility is equipped with everything we require for our highly motivated team to undertake challenging and complex repair work to the most exacting standards; we are passionate about quality and innovation, this is reflected in all aspects of our work.

We are approved repairers for a number of manufacturers and can offer opportunities for training in various areas. Everyone has their strengths and we are passionate about working together to build and diversify each team-member's experience through cross-training.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years recent experience as a professional Motorcycle Technician in a workshop environment and be able to provide their own tools. You should be a goal oriented, pro-active team player with a flair for problem solving.

Experience/Qualifications/Skills

• Candidates must be fully qualified motorcycle technicians – having successfully undertaken a manufacturer apprenticeship, achieved NVQ level 3 or equivalent training
• Experience working on modern motorcycles and using diagnostic equipment
• Recent manufacturer training and experience
• Full and preferably clean motorcycle licence
• Able to work unsupervised in a safe and timely manner to high exacting standards.
• A self-starter with a flexible can do attitude
• Exceptional attention to detail

What you need to do now

If you meet the above criteria please send over your CV to hr@4th-d.co.uk and we will be in touch to discuss your suitability for the opportunity.  If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career aspirations and how your experience and skills set may be of value to 4th Dimension.

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JOB: FIELD ACCOUNT MANAGER REQUIRED

FIELD ACCOUNT MANAGER REQUIRED

CONTACT DETAILS: STUART MILNE, STUART.MILNE@BIKEIT.CO.UK , 023 8065 8704

To service London and north home counties area.
Working with over 15,000 product lines and some of the most innovative sales tools on the market your responsibility will be to support a designated base of customers, maintain existing business and service levels and further present new and exclusive products through your territory of motorcycle dealers.

Working from home, you will be supplied with all the necessary IT tools, company vehicle and a database of customers in your allocated area.

Bike It brands include Liqui Moly lubricants, Airoh Helmets, Shot race wear plus officially licensed MotoGP apparel to name a few of our highly desirable ranges.

Industry leading package: guaranteed salary plus generous uncapped commission potential.

OTE £40,000
PREVIOUS SALES EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL

Call Stuart Milne on 023 8065 8704, or email stuart.milne@bikeit.co.uk to arrange an application.

All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence

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