Area Sales Manager

Blu Dog Consultants Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering business in Bristol is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager. The role involves sales, building customer relationships, and presenting tailored solutions. The ideal candidate will have a background in materials handling and sales proficiency. Competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career growth and first-class training offered.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Commission

Volume Bonus

Pension

Health Cash Plan

Discount Hub

Life Cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar area sales position.
• Proficiency in sales, negotiation, and objection handling.
• Strong communication skills needed for customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Represent the brand and build strong customer relationships.
• Travel to customer sites for cold calls and presentations.
• Negotiate deals to ensure profitability.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Negotiation skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving ability

Job description

Area Sales – Join a growing engineering business!

Location: Bristol - South

Package: up to £42k OTE + £25k uncapped

Additional Benefits: Company Vehicle, Commission, Volume Bonus, Personal Development, Career Progression, Pension, Health Cash Plan, Discount Hub, Life Cover.

Area Sales Manager

Blu Dog have been engaged to recruit for a growing engineering group who are seeking a proactive and experienced Area Sales Executive with materials handling experience. Ideally you will have worked across materials handling and sold a range of forklift trucks including gas, diesel and electric power and to include counterbalance, reach, power pallet and similar warehouse products.

In Area Sales you will:

• Be the face of the business and represent the brand
• Build strong relationships with customers
• Travel to customer sites to cold call, book site surveys and present bespoke solutions
• Negotiate to ensure profitability and volume of deals is achieved

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a similar area sales position
• Proficiency in sales, negotiation and objection handling
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines/targets
• A keen eye for detail and problem-solving mindset

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Career growth opportunities
• First class training and induction
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

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