Area Sales Manager

GetRecruited UK Ltd; Nelson; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distributor in the UK is seeking an Area Sales Manager for the eastern territory. The ideal candidate will have strong B2B sales experience and excellent communication skills, managing existing customer relationships while generating new business. This role offers an attractive salary of up to £50,000 plus uncapped commission and a company car. Applicants must have a full UK driving license and be within commuting distance to Nelson.

Benefits

Company car

Uncapped commission

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a field-based sales role would be advantageous.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Open to a background in Engineering looking to start a sales career.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with both existing and new customers.
• Plan and organise sales activity across your allocated territory.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the customer base.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Job description

AREA SALES MANAGER

NELSON - EAST TERRITORY

UP TO £50,000 + UNCAPPED COMMISSION + COMPANY CAR

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established distributor who are looking for an Area Sales Manager to join their team.

The role will primarily be focused on maintaining existing customer relationships, working on repeat business from existing accounts.

Based primarily from the company's northern site, the role will cover a large territory across the eastern side of the UK. You will be responsible for managing existing customer relationships while placing a strong emphasis on generating new business, primarily from sales enquiries produced through internal marketing activity.

This would be a great opportunity for someone from a Business Development, Sales, Account Manager, Field Sales or similar role.

The Role:

• Manage and develop relationships with both existing and new customers.
• Plan and organise sales activity across your allocated territory.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow the customer base.
• Produce accurate sales forecasts and work towards agreed targets.
• Attend relevant meetings, training sessions, exhibitions, and industry events.
• Take ownership of personal performance targets and contribute to overall business profitability.

The Person:

• Previous experience in a field-based sales role would be advantageous.
• Must have B2B sales experience, ideally within machinery, manufacturing, industrial, packaging, distribution or similar industries.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• You'll need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Open to a background in Engineering looking to start a sales career.
• Must be based within a commutable distance to Nelson.

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