Area Sales Manager

Harbourne Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbourne Associates are recruiting an area manager to service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers, reporting to the regional manager. The role focuses on maximizing sales in the assigned area, maintaining proactive communication with venues and delivering strong presentation and product knowledge to independent retailers.

The candidate will be responsible for expanding market presence across Manchester and surrounding areas, working closely with store managers and buyers

Qualifications

• The successful applicants ideally will possess recent FMCG field sales experience with a proven record in selling to independent retailers.
• They will need to be proactive and highly motivated with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers.
• Report to the regional manager and maximise sales in the area.

Skills

Driving Licence

B2B Sales

Sales Skills

Can-do attitude

Job description

My client are a leading non-food supply specialist of everyday Personal and Home accessories to the retail market with over 8000 customers in the UK and Ireland. Established in 1994, we source products globally direct from factories as well as being a distribution partner for leading brands.

The Role

We are looking to recruit an area manager who will service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers.

The successful candidate will report to their regional manager and assume responsibility for maximising sales in their own area.

Experience

The successful applicants ideally will possess recent FMCG field sales experience with a proven record in selling to independent retailers. They will need to be proactive and highly motivated with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Skills Required

• Full UK driving License
• Min 1-2 years B2B sales or retail management experience essential
• Able to demonstrate best practice sales skills
• Professional manner and 'can-do' attitude