Area Sales Manager

Rommbic; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading roofing manufacturer is looking for a driven Area Sales Manager to cover the South East. This external, field-based role focuses on building strong relationships with builders' merchants and contractors. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in external sales, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a proactive mindset. Join a supportive culture with clear progression opportunities and make a significant impact in a growing company.

Benefits

Supportive, people-focused culture

Opportunities for progression

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in external sales within construction or building materials.
• Experience selling to merchants, subcontractors, or house builders.
• Commercially astute and confident in closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of merchant, house builder, and contractor accounts.
• Identify and win new business opportunities across the South East.
• Promote the product range using a consultative approach.

Skills

External sales experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Area Sales Manager - Brighton

About the Role
An exciting opportunity for a driven Area Sales Manager to join a market-leading roofing manufacturer during a period of significant investment and growth. This is an external, field-based role covering the South East, focused on developing strong relationships with builders' merchants, house builders, and roofing contractors.

This is a relationship-led sales position, not specification-driven, ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, growing accounts, and winning new business in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of merchant, house builder, and contractor accounts
• Identify and win new business opportunities across the South East
• Promote a full product range using a consultative, solutions-focused approach
• Support customers throughout the project lifecycle, from initial discussions to delivery
• Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and sales pipeline reporting
• Monitor competitor activity and regional market trends
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure excellent service and delivery
• Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities

About You

• Proven experience in external sales, ideally within construction or building materials
• Experience selling into merchants, subcontractors, or house builders
• Commercially astute, confident negotiating and closing deals
• Strong relationship-builder with a proactive, resilient mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable with regular travel across the South East
• Professional, reliable, and committed to long-term customer relationships

Why Join?

• Market-leading manufacturer with strong growth and long-term investment
• Autonomous external sales role with real regional impact
• Supportive, people-focused culture with clear progression opportunities
• Dynamic team environment with strong tenure and internal development