https://jobs.co.uk/job/trainee-sales-executive-material-handling-alexander-james-recruiting--d325aff2-f27d-42c7-85a3-19966299317c RSS feed for Trainee Sales Executive (Material Handling) at Alexander James Recruiting. en-gb Sun, 24 May 2026 10:18:48 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/trainee-sales-executive-material-handling-alexander-james-recruiting--d325aff2-f27d-42c7-85a3-19966299317c https://jobs.co.uk/job/trainee-sales-executive-material-handling-alexander-james-recruiting--d325aff2-f27d-42c7-85a3-19966299317c Thu, 07 May 2026 11:59:24 GMT Location: Colchester | Salary: 33500.00-33500.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | Alexander James Recruiting is currently working with a well-established supplier of various types of material handling equipment looking to recruit a new Trainee Sales Executive to manage and develop their client base across the CM, CO, CB, IP and NR postcodes. With an excellent training scheme and a set career plan this is a great opportunity for a professional individual looking for a competitive sales career. ResponsibilitiesAttend the companies 6-10 week training schemeFocusing on a solution based approach, selling material handling equipment across an area encompassing the CM, CO, CB, IP and NR postcodes.Attend customer sites to discuss requirements for forklift trucks and associated equipment, provide quotes and conduct site surveysMeet and exceed sales targetsHave a strategic focus to gaining and winning new businessRequirements There is no set background for this role, but the company are keen on speaking to individuals in particular with a sales background or hire/rental or general financial understanding given that the role is focused on long term contract hire of material handling equipment. Candidates with good numerical skills would also be preferred. Ultimately the co... Permanent