Area Sales Manager

Zoom Recruitment Services Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Annual bonus based on targets

Open-ended commission structure

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Exclusive discounts with partners

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Area Account Manager to drive business development and manage client relationships across the North East of England. This field-based role requires a proven track record in sales, particularly within the logistics or construction sectors. Ideal candidates will possess strong new business development skills and effective territory management abilities. The position offers an attractive salary package, including commission and company benefits, in a supportive environment focused on growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in field sales.
• Experience within logistics or construction preferred.
• Ability to manage workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target potential new customers.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings and site visits.
• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams for customer support.

Skills

Field sales experience

New business development skills

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Organizational and territory management skills

Self-sufficient and motivated approach

Tools

Laptop

Mobile phone

Job description

Area Account Manager - North East of England - Field Based Role

Zoom Recruitment have a fantastic new opportunity for an experienced and driven Area Account Manager to join a growing team, covering designated postcodes across the East of England.

About the Role

This is a field-based role focused on both developing existing customer relationships and generating new business opportunities. Sales account management experience within the logistics, construction, manufacturing or engineering sector welcomed.

The role is split evenly between new business development and account management, giving you the opportunity to build a strong pipeline while nurturing and expanding long-term client partnerships.

Key Responsibilities for the Area Account Manager role

New Business Development

• Proactively identify and target potential new customers within your territory
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, site visits, and structured sales calls
• Generate and follow up on leads
• Deliver professional proposals and close sales
• Build a sustainable pipeline of opportunities

Account Management

• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of accounts
• Develop long-term customer relationships based on trust and service
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities
• Work collaboratively with internal Sales and Operations teams to deliver outstanding customer support
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention

About You

We are looking for a motivated, self-sufficient sales professional with:

• A proven track record in field sales
• Ideally experience within the logistics, construction industry
• Strong new business development skills
• The ability to plan, organise and manage your territory effectively
• Confidence working independently while contributing to a close-knit team
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Sales driven, consistent approach, hardworking and dedicated to build the business
• A full (preferably clean) UK driving licence

You will be proactive, commercially aware and focused on delivering consistent results. A positive, professional approach and strong work ethic are essential.

Whats on offer for you!

An excellent overall package, including:

• Attractive basic salary £35k basic with an OTE of £50K+
• Annual bonus if targets achieved
• Open-ended commission structure
• Company car or car allowance
• Laptop and mobile phone
• Pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Exclusive discounts with business partners
• Full support from Business Administration team

Youll be joining a business with a strong reputation, a supportive internal structure and clear opportunities for progression. They value professionalism, teamwork and continuous improvement and invest in their people to help them succeed.

If you are an ambitious sales professional looking for a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Please note that due to the high level of applicants we are not able to respond to unsuccessful candidates, and if you have not been contacted within seven days please assume you have not been selected on this occasion.

Zoom Recruitment Services Ltd is a specialist employment agency supplying permanent, temporary and contract staff within the Logistics, Manufacturing and Engineering sectors. We are also accredited members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and follow professional and ethical working procedures.