Job offer

YAMAHA is among the world’s leading manufacturers of proaudio products. It places great importance on digital technology for broadcasting, recording and acoustic technology in permanently installed as well as mobile applications. As a generalist, YAMAHA specialised in the requirements of these customers in the Commercial Audio segment.

Yamaha Music UK Ltd are seeking an experienced and technically competent sales professional to join our busy Commercial Audio team covering the North of the UK.

The successful applicant will have a good working knowledge of professional audio products used for installation sound reinforcement, including mixing consoles, amplifiers, speakers and audio networks.
He or she will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in either specifying or selling audio systems. Additionally, we require a reasonable degree of computer literacy, including familiarity with MS Office applications, and a full driving licence.

In return we offer the usual benefits of working for a market leading international organisation, including a generous salary – negotiable commensurate with experience - company car, bonus scheme and pension.

Send your CV in confidence to:

Your duties:

• You will consult and service our sales partners as well as investors in the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxemburg regarding technical solutions in the Live Sound/Sound Reinforcement domain.
• By visiting potential investors and sales agents, you will obtain new customers and develop your sales territory.
• The ongoing analysis of your customer portfolio, the assessment of opportunities in your investor market and detailed reporting will form the basis for the growth rates in your sales territory.
• You will participate in Yamaha trade fairs and initiate regional exhibitions and seminars in cooperation with internal services.

Your profile:

• You distinguish yourself by a high degree of self-responsibility & self-initiative.
• You are a personality with sales qualities already proven in the industry.
• You have strong networking skills and are well-acquainted with the top players in the rental and touring business in the Benelux countries.
• You are an excellent teamplayer.

Your qualifications:

• Fluency in Dutch and English, written and spoken, French is considered an advantage.
• MBO or equivalent education
• You have a valid EU driving license and are willing to travel.
• You live in or are willing to move to the sales territory.
• You have substantial technical knowledge as well as very good skills in pro-audio technology, ideally acquired through a solid training programme.
• Experience in the sale of professional acoustic and production solutions as well as good understanding of electrical acoustics are a plus.

We offer:

• An international company, distinguished by ongoing and sustained work for its customers and employees.
• A competitive range of products which will ensure success.
• A committed and motivated staff characterised by teamwork.

If you are interested, please send your application documents, stating earliest date of availability and salary requirements to the address below.

YAMAHA is an equal opportunity employer.