NATIONAL SALES MANAGER - PLANT MACHINERY
FIELD BASED - SOUTHERN ENGLAND
£65,000 + BONUS + BENEFITS PACKAGE
CPL Recruitment are working with a highly respected plant machinery dealership to support their search for a high-performing National Sales Manager to take ownership of a specialist product range including loading shovels and material handlers, complemented by a broader construction equipment portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in growing market share across both regional and national accounts, backed by strong internal support teams and an established customer base within the industry.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Driving sales growth through proactive business development, networking, and prospecting
- Identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities
- Building and managing long-term relationships with key customers across the waste & recycling sector
- Leveraging existing industry connections while opening new markets
- Preparing and following up on customer quotations and proposals
- Working closely with internal teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and managing your pipeline effectively
- Supporting product demonstrations to help win new business
- Achieving and exceeding sales and profitability targets
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- Proven success in field-based sales within one or more of the following:
- Construction or plant equipment
- HGV or heavy machinery
- Waste & recycling solutions
- Related products (attachments, shredders, bodies, etc.)
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to close high-value deals
- Existing industry network (highly desirable)
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and highly organised
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently while staying aligned with wider business goals
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- You’re a true hunter – driven to win new business
- You thrive on building relationships and becoming a trusted advisor
- You take ownership and deliver results consistently
- You bring energy, credibility, and a solutions-focused mindset
IN RETURN
- Uncapped earning potential
- High-quality product range with strong market demand
- Supportive internal structure (finance, admin, aftersales)
- Opportunity to shape and grow a key revenue stream
- Established customer ecosystem to leverage from day one
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and make a real impact in a growing sector, we’d love to hear from you.