<div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">UK Forks (part of the Vp plc Group) are looking for an experienced Account Manger covering the Northern Home Counties and London region.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Our new Area Manager will be responsible for new Business Development as well as managing our Key customer accounts. You will be instrumental in growing the UK Forks portfolio across the region.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">This unique position requires you to be providing a balanced and multifaceted approach to driving sales growth and maintaining strong customer relationships. You will play a crucial role in generating leads, nurturing relationships and driving sales growth through self-driven pro-active activity.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong style"font-weight:700;">Key Responsibilities</strong></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><ul style"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Maximise every opportunity to promote company products and services</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Undertake site surveys to identify product suitability and highlight any local health and safety issues</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Undertake the necessary training and successfully obtain the relevant accreditation to be able to visit construction sites and carry out product familiarisation and training</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Maintain first aid repair kit for consumable machine parts where required</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Formulate and implement business plans in agreement with the line manager</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Ensure achievement of all agreed sales budget and targets</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Achieve all set targets for strategic activity</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Follow up sales leads to ensure maximised sales in all sectors</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Develop new and existing business through a structured call plan using</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Adhere to pricing policies as implemented by senior management</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Ensure full, prompt and correct implementation of all reporting procedures, including mileage returns, and resolve all service and quality complaints as directed</span></li></ul><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong style"font-weight:700;">What We’re Looking For</strong></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><ul style"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Hands on and willing to get stuck in with a flexible ‘can do’ attitude, remaining calm under pressure</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Self-sufficient and proactive, as well as having good problem solving skills</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Self-driven and motivated with a track record of achieving sales or business development targets.</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Strong telesales skills for lead generation and relationship building</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Demonstrated ability to maximize revenue and profit through proactive customer management</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Adaptability to balance business development and account management responsibilities effectively</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Transparency of activity to key stakeholders utilising the CRM system</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">A genuine passion for driving sales growth, building lasting customer relationships that thrives in a dynamic, hybrid role</span></li></ul><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong style"font-weight:700;">What We Can Offer You</strong></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><ul style"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Competitive salary</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Competitive bonus scheme</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Salary sacrifice pension</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">25 days holiday, plus bank holidays</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Additional holiday purchase scheme</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Free Tool Hire</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Life Assurance cover 3x salary</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Share save scheme</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Eye care vouchers</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Recommend a friend scheme</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Learning& Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Cycle to work scheme</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Long service recognition</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Discounts on HP products</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">EE mobile contract discount offers</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Gym discounts</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)</span></li><li><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining</span></li></ul><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong style"font-weight:700;">A Little Bit About Us</strong></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">UK Forks, a division of Vp plc, is a renowned leader in the UK&x27;s material handling industry. With a remarkable heritage dating back to Vibroplant&x27;s establishment in 1954, UK Forks has built a strong reputation as a trusted specialist in telescopic handlers and tracked access platforms hire.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">At UK Forks, we understand the critical role that material handling plays in enhancing on-site productivity. We are dedicated to providing tailored equipment and solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients, fostering long-term partnerships and exceeding customer expectations.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Our success lies in the expertise and commitment of our team. As part of our workforce, you will join a company that values excellence and puts customers at the forefront. We operate a centralised call centre, ensuring efficient handling of hire and service inquiries nationwide.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">In addition, our mobile service engineers are readily available to provide on-site support, minimizing downtime and keeping operations running smoothly. We pride ourselves on our streamlined logistics, employing efficient measures to ensure prompt and realistic delivery times.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">By joining UK Forks, you will become part of a team that strives for excellence, delivering superior quality, unmatched service, and tailored solutions in the material handling industry.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.</span></div><div><span style"font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">.</span></div>\\n\\n<strong>Salary:</strong>Competitive Company Car\\n<strong>Shift Hours:</strong> 45 per week.\\n<strong>Business Unit:</strong>UK Forks\\n\\n<code><img src"https://vpplc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.amazonaws.com/ilb3gg0q7KfrDpcDswg6AJn1q7o7bAt0pishR20dmiPjddPrSp7mm0nrnng.png" /></code>