Area Sales Manager

VRS UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Area Sales Manager to join their successful team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals with a scientific background to transition into sales. You will be responsible for building strong relationships with customers, developing sales strategies, and identifying new business opportunities. With a competitive salary, commission scheme, and company car, this position promises rewarding development opportunities in a challenging environment. If you're ambitious and driven, this is the perfect chance to advance your career in technical sales.

Benefits

Company Car

Commission Scheme

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Life Science is mandatory.
• Experience in technical sales or laboratory equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales plans to grow client accounts.
• Prospect and follow up on leads to generate new business.
• Conduct technical follow-ups and arrange customer demonstrations.

Skills

Sales Strategy Development

Customer Relationship Management

Lead Prospecting

Technical Sales

Education

BSc in Chemistry

BSc in Life Science

Job description

Are you an experienced technical sales person seeking your next career step? Or are you a scientist looking to transition from the laboratory into sales?

We are seeking ambitious, driven, and dynamic individuals who thrive in challenging environments and seek rewarding development opportunities. Our client is a leading distributor of laboratory equipment, supplying research laboratories across the UK with high-quality instruments, ranging from fume hoods to automated liquid handlers.

They are offering an Area Sales Manager position, with excellent commission and benefits, to candidates with the right attitude to succeed in this successful team.

In this role, you will aim to visit customers regularly to build strong, lasting relationships and create revenue-generating opportunities with both existing accounts and new customers.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Developing and implementing sales plans to grow current client accounts and identify new business opportunities.
2. Prospecting and following up on leads.
3. Conducting technical and commercial follow-ups with customers and arranging/hosting customer demonstrations.
4. Working closely with customers to ensure they have the correct solutions, support, and assistance required.
5. Attending talks, conferences, and national & international meetings.

Mandatory requirements include:

1. BSc (Bachelor of Science) minimum in Chemistry, Life Science, or a related field.
2. Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.
3. UK Driver's License.

In return, you will receive a competitive basic salary, a commission scheme, and a company car.

Please apply below to receive more details!