Our client is one of the largest privately owned plant hire companies in the North of England with 8 depots. Established over 70 years ago, it provides a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of Construction Plant, Tools, Excavator Attachments and Secure Site Accommodation. They are now looking for a Sales and Depot Manager to run their Catterick Depot.
Key responsibilities:
Oversee the efficient running of the Depot, managing staff and ensuring it is running effectively and profitably.
Expand business opportunities with existing key account customers and be the central point of contact
Focus on converting and developing new business for the depot, following leads through the web and the sales team.
Place a high priority on the implementation and maintenance of the health and safety management system to ensure compliance with ISO 45001
The candidate:
It is essential that you have experience of Depot OR Sales management within the construction hire industry.
Experience of sales with strong negotiation, relationship, and man management skills.
Be highly motivated, self-reliant and capable of making difficult decisions under pressure. This includes taking ownership of problems until they are resolved and going that extra mile to ensure the customer is happy.
Understand the depot cost base and what is required to run a profitable operation.
Can manage a fully complaint transport fleet.
Full understanding of hire management information systems and be IT literate.
