Sales Demonstrator - Floor Care Machinery

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Sales Demonstrator - Floor Care Machinery

Janitorial & Floor Care Systems - South East & London

London, Chelmsford, Luton, Reading, Crawley

£40,000 - £45,000 Basic Salary + Company Vehicle + Bonus+ Benefits

Looking for a change of scenery?
A role with great opportunity to really make a difference.
Chance to join a FTSE100 company growing a new division.The Company recruiting for the Sales Demonstrator:

An established company, part of the FTSE100
Known for their customer service and advice covering a range of manufacturers.
Specialised in both new and hire floor cleaning equipment
Joining an existing team of demonstratorsThe Role of the Sales Demonstrator:

A field based position, travelling around the South East with extensive travel into London (50%)
Managing your own diary with ~2 appointments per day
Your time is split between customer training (2 - 3 days) and product demonstrations and trials (2 - 3 days)
Products are a range of janitorial and floor cleaning machines and newer robotic systems
Clients range from FM companies, through to retailers, supermarkets, and the education sector
Mon - Fri role, typically 40 hours per weekThe Candidate for the Sales Demonstrator:

You must have experience of demonstrating janitorial and floor cleaning equipment to commercial customers.
Professional and approachable
Able to physically move large pieces of kit for demonstrations
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Willing and able to drive a medium sized van into London.
Full UK Drivers licence and right to work in the UK without restrictions as no sponsorship will be provided.The Package for the Sales Demonstrator:

£40,000 - £45,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
~20% Bonus (10% personal KPI, 10% company)
Company Van
On-going training
Benefits incl. 5% company pension
25 days holiday + statsPlease apply for this job online if you are interested and feel you fit the above criteria.

Dave is the main point of contact for the role

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