Area Development Manager

Lanes Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent water solutions provider in Aberdeen is seeking an Area Development Manager to drive business growth and maintain client relationships. Successful candidates will have strong sales experience, particularly in the multi-utility/drainage industry. The role offers uncapped earning potential, a company car or allowance, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for continuous training.

Benefits

24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Uncapped earning potential

Pension

Death in service benefit

Company car or car allowance

Qualifications

• Exceptional sales and customer service skills are essential.
• Proven sales experience within the multi-utility/drainage industry is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing new business essential for the company's growth.
• Conducting site visits and liaising with the operational team.
• Working closely with depot managers to achieve sales targets.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service skills

Initiative

Job description

About The Role

We are actively seeking an Area Development Manager to join our friendly and dedicated team. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, successful applicants will focus on developing new business and maintaining relationships with current clients.

Location: Aberdeen

Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5 Hours per week.

Responsibilities – But Not Limited To

• Sourcing new business essential for the company's growth.
• Conducting site visits to evaluate requested works, confirming the company's capability to perform them, quoting works, and liaising with the operational team to deliver exceptional service in a cost-effective and timely manner.
• Working closely with depot managers to help achieve sales targets and provide accurate sales forecasts.
• Attending on-site visits, cold calling, and regional meetings, which may require travel.

Experience And Qualifications Required For The Role

Exceptional sales and customer service skills are essential. We seek a dedicated, ambitious, hardworking individual who shows initiative. Ideally, applicants will have established sales experience within the multi-utility/drainage industry.

What You Will Get In Return

Joining the Lanes Group, the UK’s largest independent water and wastewater solutions provider, we prioritize employee well-being, growth, and safety. We offer continuous training, professional development, and a supportive environment that values diversity and collaboration.

What We Offer

• 24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Uncapped earning potential
• Pension
• Death in service benefit
• Company car or car allowance

The Lanes Group plays a vital role in maintaining the nation's water systems, with a history of expansion since 1992, a turnover of over half a billion pounds, and a team of over 4,000 staff. Our depots across the UK ensure round-the-clock coverage for our customers.

This position is open to both internal and external candidates. Internal applicants must submit an internal application form.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented communities. Strictly no agencies please.