via Indeed · 16 September 2026 ·4 days ago

Sales & Logistics Delivery Specialist (Driver / Account Development)

Oil tanks plus ltd
Daventry Full-time Remote
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About the Role:

We are looking for a grounded, practical, and dependable individual to join our team in a hands\-on dual role. This position combines office\-based account management with hands\-on logistics—ideal for someone who enjoys building real customer relationships and isn't afraid to get stuck in. You will spend part of your time making calls, planning delivery runs, and revitalizing customer accounts, and part of your time on the road driving a flatbed to deliver our products, show samples to potential buyers, and conduct occasional site visits.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales \& Customer Liaison: Call existing and lapsed accounts to build rapport, introduce new products, and generate repeat business.

  • Logistics Planning: Work directly with Mark to coordinate regional sales areas, tighten delivery patterns, and maximize route efficiency.

  • On\-the\-Road Sales \& Delivery: Drive a flatbed vehicle to deliver tanks to online buyers and smaller wholesale clients.

  • Business Development: Show product samples to prospective customers along your routes where logistics align.

  • Site Visits: Conduct occasional customer site visits when traveling through designated delivery areas.

  • Product Knowledge: Learn our complete range of tanks and products to confidently answer queries and upsell solutions.
What We’re Looking For:
  • Valid Driver’s License: Essential for driving flatbed delivery vehicles.

  • Hands\-on, Down\-to\-Earth Work Ethic: Comfortable balancing time between the office, telephone sales, and manual transport/delivery.

  • Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build genuine, long\-term relationships with trade customers and buyers.

  • Self\-Motivated \& Organized: Capable of managing routes, logistics, and sales follow\-ups efficiently.

  • Commercial Awareness: A practical mindset for spotting sales opportunities while out on delivery routes.
Benefits:
  • Company vehicle for delivery runs

  • Opportunities for sales development and role growth
Pay: From £28,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

  • Free parking

  • On\-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Daventry NN11 4SD

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