Area Sales Manager

Executive Network Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of high-performance control valves is seeking an ambitious Area Sales Manager to drive sales growth in the South of England and Ireland. This role involves developing client relationships, securing new business, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and proven success in sales within the industrial sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global leader and work on innovative projects.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Tools to do the job

Qualifications

• Proven success in technical sales within control valves or industrial sector.
• Strong technical background with complex products.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and exceed sales targets within territory.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Interpersonal

Education

Degree in Engineering

HNC

HND

Job description

We are working with a leading global manufacturer of high-performance control valves who are looking for an Area Sales Manager to work across the South of England and Ireland.

Role: Area Sales Manager (South of England & Ireland)

Salary: up to £70k + bonus + benefits + tools to do the job

Location: South of England

The business is seeking an ambitious and technically skilled Area Sales Manager to drive sales growth and strengthen their presence across the South of England and Ireland. Responsibilities include developing existing client relationships, securing new business, and providing technical support to meet client needs.

The existing infrastructure includes spending customers and high-value prospects in the UK & Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver and exceed sales targets within your territory, focusing on control valve solutions
2. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, building a sales pipeline
3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted technical advisor
4. Conduct technical presentations and product demonstrations
5. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery and customer satisfaction
6. Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback
7. Prepare sales forecasts and reports for senior management

Key Requirements

1. Proven success in technical sales within control valves or the wider industrial/engineering sector, from manufacturing or distribution
2. Strong technical background with the ability to understand and communicate complex products; Degree in Engineering or equivalent (HNC, HND)
3. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills
4. Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working autonomously across a large territory
5. Willingness to travel extensively across the South of England and Ireland

This is a great opportunity to join a global leader in control valves, working on innovative projects across high-end sectors.

Apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential discussion.
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