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.