Area Sales Manager (Cimbria) Stoneleigh 2023

Making a difference. That's what a career at AGCO is all about. At AGCO you have a voice and the opportunity to impact our long-term success, as well as your own

AGCO is a global leader focused on the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and infrastructure. AGCO supports more productive farming through a full line of tractors, combines, hay tools, sprayers, forage equipment, tillage, implements, grain storage and protein production systems, as well as related replacement parts. AGCO products are sold through Six core brands, Challenger®, Fendt®, GSI®, Cimbria, Massey Ferguson® and Valtra® and are distributed globally through 3,150 independent dealers and distributors in more than 140 countries worldwide. Our diverse product line, global reach and technological solutions help our customers not only survive today’s changing landscape, but to also prosper. Visit www.AGCOcorp.com for more information.

About the role

A permanent vacancy has arisen in our Sales department for a Field based Area Sales Manager. This position will report directly to Sales Manager UK and Ireland. The position will be accountable for the strategic direction set within the defined geographic area. They will develop & retain relationships with customers and dealers to ensure completion of sales pipeline, volume and market share targets for the full range of Cimbria products.

What you'll do

• To Manage and Plan Sales activities and identify potential sales opportunities in area.
• Organise and conduct product training and presentations with dealers and customers.
• Maintain close relationships with key customers within area
• Work with Marketing Department on Campaigns or product launches and attend trade Shows
• Provide up to date information with regard to opportunities in the area which in turn will assist with budget planning.

What you'll need

The successful candidate should possess the following attributes:

• Graduate level with proven agricultural or engineering industry knowledge.
• Demonstrable sales experience.
• Understanding of the dealer environment including knowledge of distribution.
• Knowledge of post-harvest Technology an advantage.
• Enthusiastic.
• Good communication and Presentation Skills.
• Basic understanding of Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Experience of Salesforce and AutoCAD an advantage but not essential.
• Ability to self-motivate and travel extensively within UK when required.

What you'll get in return

We offer the following benefits:

• Basic salary: Competitive.
• A company performance / Individual performance related bonus of 20%.
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.
• Life assurance and critical illness cover for Pension members.
• 26 days holidays + statutory holidays.
• Job allocated car.
• IT and Phone equipment provided
• Childcare vouchers.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for employees and their immediate family.

Employee development and growth is part of our company culture. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in an inspiring multinational environment for a leading global player of agricultural solutions, we look forward to receiving your application!