Area Sales Manager

SFR Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive sales and build client relationships in the Southeast. The ideal candidate should have field sales experience and strong communication skills to successfully identify new opportunities and meet sales targets. Responsibilities include managing the sales cycle and ensuring customer satisfaction. This position offers a chance to grow within a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales with a focus on building relationships.
• Ability to generate new business and meet sales targets.
• Proficient in customer service and sales cycle management.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with clients in the assigned territory.
• Identify new sales opportunities through meetings and calls.
• Achieve and exceed sales budgets and objectives.

Skills

Field sales experience

Good communication skills

IT literacy (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

Area Sales Manager - Southeast

Role Summary.

• Area Sales Manager, Primary duties include building relationships with fabricators, generating new business, and meeting sales targets. This role involves understanding customer needs, presenting products, closing sales, and providing after-sales service. We are open to candidates from product manufacturers selling to distributors and re seller accounts.

Key Responsibilities

Building Relationships:

Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential clients within the designated territory.

Generating New Business:

Identifying and pursuing new sales opportunities, often through appointed meetings & cold calling.

Meeting Sales Targets:

Achieving and exceeding sales budgets and objectives within the territory.

Product Knowledge:

Understanding the company's products or services thoroughly to effectively present them to customers (prior knowledge not essential).

Sales Process:

Managing the entire sales cycle, from initial contact to closing the sale and providing after-sales support.

Customer Service:

Addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Territory Management:

Planning and executing sales strategies within the assigned territory to maximize sales potential.

Reporting and Analysis:

Maintaining accurate records of sales activities, analysing results, and reporting on performance.

Industry Trends:

Staying informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging market opportunities.

Experience

• Field sales experience.
• Good communication skills.
• IT literate mainly with Microsoft Office.

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.