Area Sales Manager (North) - Motorcycle & Bicycle

Muc-Off was founded in 1994 and are now the leading supplier of specialist cycling and motorcycling cleaning and maintenance products in the UK. Following 5 years of explosive growth the company is expanding fast into the European, Asian and North American markets focusing on its core categories of cycling, motorcycle and Athlete performance products.

This is a great time to be part of this rapidly growing, truly innovative British business as we embark on new territories and sectors, whilst growing our brand presence across core bicycle and motorbike markets. In what is a truly results-driven culture; the rewards and career development opportunities are second to none.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic North Area Manager to join one of the UK’s fastest growing extreme sports companies. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing merchandising solutions and sales support to our UK Dealer network.

About the role

This is not a role for the faint hearted, Muc-Off moves at a rapid pace and you will need to have the ability to think on your feet, re-prioritise quickly and problem solve. Meticulous organisation will be crucial.

Key responsibilities
• Experience in sales, preferably within a fast paced, multi-product environment,
have established sales techniques and be skilled at maximising sales, with a
proven track record of hitting targets.
• Be Extremely driven and self-motivated, with a genuine passion to sell and be
at the top of your game.
• Have exceptional communication / listening skills, be able to build rapport easily
and maintain superb working relationships, whilst always maintaining a high
level of professionalism.
• Experience in brand merchandising.
• Experience in area management.
• Have experience of using your own initiative and also contributing to the team in
a friendly and positive manner, being flexible and adaptable to company
requirements, with a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Problem solver who can remain calm under pressure.
• Be able to analyse excel data confidently.
• A full UK driver’s license and valid passport.

Ideal Candidate

As a key team member of the sales team, the successful candidate will:

• Attend regular visits to UK Muc-Off accounts.
• Continue growing the UK market share via in-store range extensions and POS
placement.
• Be flexible regarding travel, location and hours of work in order to fulfil the
needs of the role.
• Have excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills coupled with
the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Supporting store events, providing product knowledge and best in class
merchandising.

Desirable

Bonus Skills:
• Knowledge of the cycling and/or motorcycle industry.
• A passion for cycling and/or motorcycling to join the already obsessive team
that collectively share a love for all things 2 wheels!
• Experience of driving on Major UK roads

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid working
• 33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays which increases with length of
service
• Early finish on a Fridays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Rewards
• Pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent staff discount on Muc-Off products and other brands in the industry
• Chill out areas, showers and a secure area to store your bike
• Brilliant social events
• A dynamic office working environment where staff are encouraged to indulge
their passions for cycling and fitness