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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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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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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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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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.
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!
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
