Area Sales Manager

Eriks UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialised industrial service provider is seeking an Area Sales Manager in Belfast. The successful candidate will focus on relationship management with customers, grow new business opportunities, and have a strong understanding of the UK MRO market. The role includes managing a territory, collaborating with internal teams, and increasing customer lifetime value. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Company sick pay from day one

Contributory pension scheme

Company car or allowance

Private Medical – Employee Only Cover

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with senior technical/commercial stakeholders.
• Solid knowledge of ERIKS core product assortment.
• Awareness of competitor landscape.

Responsibilities

• Manage geographical territory effectively.
• Build strong relationships with customers.
• Focus on winning new business.

Skills

Safety-First mindset

General knowledge of UK MRO market

Presentation skills

Collaborative approach

Microsoft Applications proficiency

Job description

Area Sales Manager – Belfast

Why join ERIKS?

At ERIKS UK&I, our Sales team focuses on building lasting, value-driven relationships, developing existing accounts, and identifying prospective new business across a wide range of industries. We provide tailored solutions that help customers succeed and work collaboratively and inclusively to deliver expert advice and meaningful impact. We’re committed to equity, respect, and integrity in how we work with each other and with customers. Sales at ERIKS is about connection, partnership, and purpose.

About the Role

To gain access to and strengthen relationships with Strategic, Focus, Key, and General Customers by uncovering and developing opportunities for ERIKS’ products and services. The goal is to establish ERIKS as the supplier of choice across all customer segments by consistently delivering value, building trust, and aligning solutions with their specific needs.

• Manage your geographical territory effectively utilizing the business tools provided (Sales-I, Pipeline and Showpad).
• Build and foster strong working relationships with all customers and internal stakeholders for the benefit of all involved.
• Focus on competitor strongholds to win new business.
• Increase share of wallet, customer lifetime value, and opportunity conversion rates through positioning of ERIKS' multi-product specialism.
• Improve the commercial desirability of the customer group by selling the ERIKS value at every opportunity. Command the very highest price in return for the value provided.
• Work with ALL stakeholders within the ERIKS business to deliver the full potential. Drive the teamwork spirit as part of the team and work with Engineering & Operational teams.

Key Skills, Experience & Requirements

• Operating a Safety-First mindset; nothing is too important to be done safely.
• General knowledge of the UK MRO market.
• Solid knowledge of ERIKS core product assortment.
• Able to engage with and present to senior technical/commercial stakeholders within customers at all levels.
• Full understanding of customer stakeholders and their needs with the ability to speak persuasively.
• Awareness of the competitor and customer landscape within the region.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to participate and get involved with customer-facing challenges.
• Knowledge of and ability to professionally use Microsoft Applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

What’s in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, our benefits package is designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life beyond work.

Time Off That Works for You

• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 extra days
• 1 paid wellbeing day per year

Health & Wellbeing

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support
• Virtual GP access, counselling, nutrition & fitness coaching, physiotherapy
• Medical second opinions, lifestyle coaching, and wellness discounts

Security & Support

• Company sick pay from day one
• Contributory pension scheme
• Group income protection (after qualifying period)
• Life assurance

Extra Perks

• Company car or allowance (role dependent)
• Bonus
• Private Medical – Employee Only Cover
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave
• Fertility leave and support

Who are we?

We’re ERIKS, a leading specialised industrial service provider. Our mission? Simple: to make Industry Work Better.

With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, you’re never far from a supportive, inclusive team. From shop floors to strategic roles, your skills make a difference wherever you are.

We deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise to keep industry moving forward. We’re building a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Diversity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words, they’re central to who we are and how we grow. If you're looking for purpose, opportunity, and a place to belong, you’ll find it here.

So… what are you waiting for?

Let’s build something remarkable together.

ERIKS is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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