Trainee Plant Sales Executive

Location Northampton
Discipline: Plant Hire, Construction Equipment, Agricultural, Heavy Plant, Groundcare, Capital Equipment
Associated job titles: Area Sales Manager , Area Sales Manager , Business Development Manager , Sales Manager , Equipment Sales , Capital Equipment Sales , Field Sales Person, Sales Executive, Plant Hire Sales , Sales Specialist, Area Sales Executive, Area Sales Representative, Field Sales Executive, National Sales Manager, Sales Representative
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £35k - 55k per year
Contact name: Tyler Silsby

Contact email: Tyler.silsby@pathrecruitment.com
Contact phone: 01933 667 224
Job ref: 53826/2
Published: 6 days ago

Trainee Plant Sales Executive – Start Your Career in Machinery Sales
Covering Northamptonshire and surrounding counties
Circa £25,000 + commission + company vehicle

Looking to take your first step into field sales?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected plant dealership as a Trainee Plant Sales Executive. If you have some experience in plant hire, trade counter sales, or internal sales—and you're ready to develop your career in a field-based role—this could be the perfect next step.

What’s on offer:

  • Monthly commission paid per machine sold – uncapped earnings

  • Company vehicle, laptop, and mobile phone

  • 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

  • Statutory pension scheme

  • Full product training and ongoing mentoring

  • Supportive team and long-term career prospects

The role:
As a Trainee Plant Sales Executive, you’ll represent a trusted range of new and used plant machinery across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. Your role will involve:

  • Learning to identify and pursue sales opportunities

  • Visiting customers and building strong relationships

  • Promoting an excellent product range

  • Assisting in the buying and selling of used equipment

  • Working closely with experienced team members to develop your skills

This is a field-based role with plenty of support from your depot and the wider sales team.

About the company:

  • Established dealership with national and international reach

  • Supplies a broad portfolio of construction plant and machinery

  • Privately owned and growing, with a strong reputation

  • Invests in staff development and promotes from within

Ideal for someone with experience in:
Hire desk, internal sales, tool/plant hire, trade counter, or similar customer-facing roles. A genuine interest in machinery and a strong work ethic are essential.

Ready to build a career in plant sales?
Apply now to take the first step—or call Tyler on 01933 667224 or email tyler.silsby@pathrecruitment.com for a confidential chat.