Rental Manager role based across South London, Kent & Essex paying £24k-£28k plus commission - this role will involve regularly visiting different depots or offices to provide cover. You will need to hold a driving licence to fulfil this role to work at multiple sites.
An exciting new opportunity has become available to join a successful national hire company as a Rental Manager at some of their busiest depots. You will be working within a team, assisting in the day to day requirements of the construction equipment hire department and will be dealing with customers/clients who are seeking rental solutions.
Responsibilities of the Rental Manager:
- Ensuring a high level of customer service is delivered at all times.
- Liaise back to the depot for all orders for on/off hires.
- Taking orders on site and at customers premises
- Arranging bookings of equipment for various sectors.
- Resolving any complaints in person
- Attend site and customer visits/meetings to improve customer service & bring in new business
- When in the depot you will assist the team to turn around all hires
- Assist with other general duties as and when required
Requirements of the Rental Manager
- Previous experience working within the hire industry would be beneficial
- PC literate with good attention to detail
- Excellent communication/customer service skills with a clear telephone manner
- Ability to work under pressure to set deadlines and prioritise tasks along with a confident and flexible attitude.
You will need to be motivated and keen to learn the product range and have some previous experience of working in a similar role. You will be a positive and confident communicator, who enjoys contributing to a busy team. The ability to work quickly and accurately, while under pressure would be a great asset for this busy role. Training on the specific products or hire specialism will be available.
Equally if you have had previous experience working as a Hire Controller. Hire Coordinator, Senior hire controller, hire & sales negotiator or Plant controller within plant hire / tool hire / access hire or accommodation/non mechanical hire we would love to hear from you.
Benefits for the Rental Manager:
- Up to £28,000 per annum DOE + bonuses/commission
- Pension Scheme, employee assurance and benefit packages as standard
- Training and career progression available
