Area Sales Manager

Jayfair Recruitment Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to drive growth across the Northern region in the construction and infrastructure sectors. You will be responsible for managing sales, developing business opportunities, and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders such as water companies and contractors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales and relationship management, with a focus on growing commercial opportunities within the sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales and business development, preferably within the construction sector.
• Strong commercial relationship management skills.
• Ability to drive growth and develop new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and increase sales within the Northern region.
• Develop new business opportunities with various stakeholders.
• Promote the company's product offerings to clients and ensure alignment with project specs.

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Area Sales Manager to drive growth across their Northern region within the construction and infrastructure sectors (water, power & gas).

As a key representative for a leading manufacturer supplying into major water projectsincluding AMP8 programmesyou will build, maintain, and develop strong commercial relationships with water companies, Tier 1 contractors, and key subcontractors. This role combines strategic account management with hands-on business development and project involvement.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

Manage and grow sales within the defined geographic region (Chester to York and south to Sheffield).

Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities with contractors, water companies, and project partners.

Promote the companys full product offering to new and existing clients, ensuring alignment with project requirements and specifications.

Account & Relationship Management

Maintain strong, long-term relationships with Tier 1 contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and water companies.

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