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Role Purpose To develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to progress into a Sales Manager role. The Trainee Agricultural Sales Person supports the Sales Team with customer engagement, product learning, demonstrations, and administrative tasks while building a strong understanding of agricultural machinery and customer needs. Responsibilities Key Accountabilities • Build foundational product knowledge across tractors, telehandlers, implements, and associated machinery. • Support Sales Managers with customer enquiries, quotations, and follow‑up communication. • Assist with machinery demonstrations, handovers, and on‑farm visits. • Maintain accurate CRM records and support preparation of sales documentation. • Contribute to the organisation of open days, shows, working demos, and promotional events. • Ensure machinery is presented to a high standard for customer interactions. • Work collaboratively with Parts, Service, and Administration teams to support the full customer experience. • Participate in manufacturer and internal training programmes. • Undertake general duties to support the Sales Department as required. Experience and attributes Core Competencies Customer Focus • Builds rapport easily and communicates clearly. • Understands customer needs and responds professionally. • Demonstrates a positive, helpful attitude. Learning & Development • Shows curiosity and commitment to learning machinery, systems, and sales processes. • Applies feedback and guidance from mentors. • Demonstrates steady progression in technical and sales capability. Teamwork & Collaboration • Works effectively with colleagues across Sales, Parts, Service, and Admin. • Shares information and supports team objectives. • Contributes positively to team culture. Organisation & Accuracy • Maintains accurate CRM entries and documentation. • Follows processes and keeps work structured. • Manages time effectively and prioritises tasks. Communication • Communicates confidently with customers and colleagues. • Produces clear written information when required. • Represents the company professionally at all times. Initiative & Problem Solving • Takes ownership of tasks and follows them through. • Identifies opportunities to support customers or improve processes. • Seeks guidance appropriately while developing independence. Experience & Qualifications Essential • Interest in agriculture, machinery, or rural industries. • Confident communicator with a willingness to learn. • Good IT skills. • Full UK driving licence. Desirable • Experience in customer‑facing roles. • Practical farming or machinery experience. • Mechanical understanding. Benefits, wellbeing and development Training & Progression Pathway • Structured induction and product training. • Mentoring from Sales Managers. • Manufacturer training courses. • Clear progression route to Territory Sales Manager upon meeting competency milestones. • Holidays: 22 days holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays • Crawfords Loyalty Scheme: Length of Service • Westfield Healthcare Plan and Incentives • Health Assured (Employee Assistance Programme) • Company Pension • Company Offers and Discounts • Rate – To be discussed further the interview stage • Working Relationships Internal: Sales Team, Parts Department, Service Department, Administration. External: Customers, suppliers, manufacturers. Apply for this role Please send your CV to the following email address - [email protected]