Area Sales Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in capital equipment sales is seeking an Area Sales Manager in Leeds to drive sales in the food and beverage sector. This role offers autonomy, extensive training, and the opportunity to develop into a key leadership position. Ideal candidates will have a proven background in capital sales and a passion for client development in a dynamic market.

Benefits

Company Bonus

Flexitime

Car Allowance

Technical Training

Clear Scope of Progression

Health Insurance

Enhanced Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in Capital Sales within the Food and Beverage Industry.
• Proven ability to win business and manage accounts.
• Full UK Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities while retaining existing clients.
• Sell services and maintenance within the Industrial Food and Beverage Markets.
• Field-based role with 75% customer interaction.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Sales Strategy

Motivation

Job description

Area Sales Manager

£60,000 - £80,000 + Company Bonus + Flexitime + Car Allowance + Technical Training + Clear Scope of Progression + Health Insurance + Enhanced Pension + Benefits

Leeds & Surrounding Areas: York, Manchester, Sheffield, Liverpool, Hull, Newcastle, Nottingham

Are you a driven Area Sales Manager with a background in capital equipment sales, looking for an exciting opportunity to join a global market leader? Would you thrive in a role that offers industry-leading training, real autonomy, and clear routes for career progression?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-renowned business where you'll be supported through continuous technical training, empowered to work independently, and positioned to grow into a key leadership role as part of the company's long-term expansion plans.

You'll be joining an award-winning, international machinery specialist with over a century of success and innovation across multiple industries. With a strong global presence and a reputation for engineering excellence, the company continues to grow and invest in top talent.

In this Area Sales Manager role, you'll focus on capital equipment sales within the food and beverage sector-responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities while nurturing existing relationships. You'll play a vital role in driving business growth while representing a trusted brand known for quality and service.

This role would suit an ambitious Area Sales Manager eager to push boundaries and showcase their skills within a global, market-leading business-offering ongoing development and clear opportunities for future career progression.

The Role:

• Area Sales working to identify, develop and win new business as well as retain and expand current customers.
• Working within the Industrial Food and Beverage Markets to sell service, parts, maintenance and frameworks
• Field based with 75% customer facing

The Person:

• Experienced working within Capital Sales in the Food and Beverage Industry (food, automation, manufacturing)
• Highly motivated and experienced in winning business and managing current accounts
• Full UK Driver's License

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To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Herman at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.