Area Sales Manager - Scotland

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Area Sales Manager - Scotland

We are now recruiting for an Area Sales Manager to join the UK sales team to cover Scotland.

If you are an assured, tenacious salesperson with the drive and motivation to influence end users to adopt innovative new products, have experience of selling products into the construction sector and are interested in joining an employee-owned UK manufacturer with solution-based innovation at its core, then this fantastic opportunity may be right for you.

Established in 1989, we are the original innovators and manufacturers of wire joining and tensioning devices, as well as anchoring, bracing, and suspension systems that have changed the game for many industries.

We are no ordinary business. We do almost everything differently. 100% owned by our employees, we are also committed to changing the game by making a positive impact in our communities around the world. We're a force for good, as certified by B Corp.

The role

Reporting to the regional sales director, you will be responsible for contacting and developing sales leads, managing a project pipeline, closing sales and providing ongoing service to MEP contractors and distributors across your region. You will have excellent support from management and will work closely with the UK technical, marketing and sales support teams.

Working hours

Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm.

Who you are

The successful applicants should ideally be located in or around the relevant region. You must also be able to offer the following:

• Experience of selling products into the construction/HVAC/M&E industries
• Technical competency with the ability and willingness to learn
• Ability to influence and persuade end users to adopt innovative new products
• Ability to work well both as part of a team and as a colleague, using your own initiative
• The drive, enthusiasm and work ethic to be able to turn goals into tangible results
• A full UK/EU driving licence

We recognise every individual as a unique person with their own special contribution to make. We work hard to make sure our people are happy and healthy, with a good work/life balance, and generously rewarded for their time, energy, and commitment.

What we will offer in return

• competitive salary and company car (Gripple operates a car leasing policy which includes a 'one stop shop' fleet management solution. This role has access to cars in 'band 3', which are hybrid or full electric cars and may include - subject to availability - makes such as Tesla, BMW, Audi, Volvo, Mercedes and VW. Where a home charging point is required, Gripple will contribute 50% of the cost.)
• share ownership scheme
• excellent initial and ongoing training and support
• generous holiday entitlement
• life assurance
• private individual health care
• permanent health insurance scheme
• Paycare health plan
• non-contributory 15% pension scheme
• enhanced family policy

Why choose Gripple?

As an employee-owned company, our people are front and centre. You can therefore expect to see:

• Commitment to core values and behaviours, AKA the 'Gripple Spirit'
• Work-life balance
• Career development
• Exceptional benefits
• Unique working environment
• Commitment to net zero in 2030

Gripple Careers - Own it. We do!

Deadline for applications: 11th November 2024

Equal employment opportunity

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple, please let us know when you apply.

Whilst not mandatory, your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.

Internal note: This vacancy qualifies for the Gripple Ltd Employee Referral Scheme. Referrals should be made via the following link: https://www.gripple.com/referral-form/. Full details on the scheme can be found on PACS under Documents.

A polite note for recruitment agencies:We do not accept applicants from recruitment agencies. If we do need support, we will be in touch!