Area Sales Manager

Harbourne Associates; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer in the construction sector is seeking a Business Development/Area Sales Manager based in Cardiff. This role involves managing regional accounts through a consultative sales approach and building strong relationships. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of field sales experience and a stable sales background. A competitive basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 is accompanied by a £22,000 bonus and additional benefits including a car allowance and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

Bonus structure

Car allowance

Phone and laptop

Employee assistant program

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of field sales experience.
• Stable sales background with history of account management.
• Ability to manage and develop relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional accounts across the defined area.
• Consultative sales approach to grow existing accounts.
• Develop relationships with accounts both commercially and technically.

Skills

Field sales experience

Account management

Relationship building

Consultative sales approach

Job description

Business Development/Area Sales Manager (Field Based) – Cardiff/Midlands – Global Manufacturer

We are currently recruiting for a global construction manufacturer in one of the biggest growth sectors across the UK. This is a rare opportunity where our client is open to industry background but people who are good at managing accounts, have a structured sales approach, field-based sales experience and keen to progress their career.

Role:

You will be responsible for -

• Managing a mixture of regional accounts across the Northeast/Yorkshire area (Cardiff, Gloucester, Coventry)
• Consultative sales approach working to grow your existing accounts
• Selling through the value and service of the company; very consultative
• Managing your own diary/territory
• Manage and develop relationships with accounts across the defined geographical area; both commercially and technically
• Gain opportunities for new sales of the company products and services

Candidate:

The ideal candidate will -

• Have a minimum of 2+ years’ field sales experience
• History of account management and new business
• Have a stable sales background
• Someone who is structured in their approach to help build and develop accounts
• Experience with objection handling, pricing and looking at margin
• Live on territory (Cardiff, Gloucester, Coventry)
• Good at building relationships

Package:

• Basic Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (negotiable based on experience)
• Bonus around £22,000 p/a (paid quarterly)
• Car Allowance £6,000 (Car option for car, happy to discuss)
• Phone and laptop
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee assistant program
• Plus a number of corporate benefits

This is a great chance to join a global company which can offer a huge amount of career potential moving forward. My client is looking for the right character rather than industry experience so is an excellent chance to get into a great industry.