Sales Exec

Sales Executive / Business Development Executive

Location: Midlands / Ireland (Field-based | 3-4 days per week on the road)

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Package: Company Car or Car Allowance + Commission

The Role

Road Vacs is entering an exciting period of growth. Following the acquisition of a new product range focused on the municipal, civils and construction sectors, we are seeking a motivated, "hungry" Sales Executive to spearhead our expansion across the Midlands.

This is a brand-new position offering high autonomy and the opportunity to build a territory from the ground up. Reporting to the Business Development Manager, you will receive full technical support while taking ownership of lead generation and account maximisation.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Generation: Proactively identify and visit civils, construction, and drainage companies. You will be "boots on the ground," building relationships from scratch through direct site visits and outreach.

Account Management: Maximise sales and service levels for an established portfolio of customers within the territory, as well as .maintaining and servicing existing customer relationships

Territory Management: Efficiently plan your week to spend 3-4 days on the road across the UK, including overnight stays.

Technical Sales: Promote a specialist range of vacuum tankers, jetting units, and vacuum excavation systems to a diverse industrial client base.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a resilient individual with a proactive attitude and a genuine interest in how things work. Whether you are an experienced field sales professional or looking for your first break in the industry, the following are essential:

Mechanically Minded: You have a natural interest in machinery (e.g., cars, bikes, farming equipment, or industrial plant). You must be comfortable discussing technical specifications with customers (full product training provided).

Resilience: You are thick-skinned and persistent. You aren't discouraged by a "no" and have the drive to keep knocking on doors to find the next opportunity.

Self-Motivation: Ability to manage your own schedule and maintain high activity levels while working remotely from the senior management team.

Sales Aptitude: A proven track record in B2B sales or a strong desire to build a career in field-based business development.

Mobility: A full UK driving license is essential for this road-based role.

Why Join Road Vacs?

Career Growth: As a brand-new role in a new division, there is significant scope for career progression as the company expands.

Competitive Compensation: A solid base salary of £30k–£40k, plus a structured commission scheme.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Company vehicle supplied

Full expense coverage for travel and client entertainment.

Tools of the trade: Laptop, mobile, and home office setup.

Enhanced pension scheme.

Expert Support: Direct access to a senior team with decades of industry experience to help you close deals and master the sector

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