Area Sales Manager

BMS Engineering Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automotive garage equipment is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive sales and build relationships with major motor factors. This field-based role offers a competitive salary, uncapped commission, and a supportive environment for career growth.

Benefits

Electric company car

Private healthcare

5% company pension contribution

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven field sales experience selling to distribution channels.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with distribution partners.
• Implement sales strategies to grow revenue.
• Conduct product demonstrations and deliver technical sales presentations.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Job description

·Represent a renowned French manufacturer with over 60 years of excellence.

·Sell innovative automotive garage equipment to leading motor factors.

·Enjoy a competitive package, including an electric company car and uncapped commission.

Area Sales Manager

The Role:

An exciting full-time, permanent opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager to join a forward-thinking company specialising in automotive garage equipment. As the Area Sales Manager, you will focus on selling a range of products, including welding machines, battery chargers, and induction heaters, to major motor factors such as Euro Car Parts, GFS, and Motor Parts Direct. You’ll be tasked with growing relationships, expanding market share, and exceeding sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and manage relationships with distribution partners in the automotive sector.
• Implement sales strategies to grow revenue across the assigned territory.
• Conduct product demonstrations and deliver technical sales presentations.
• Identify new business opportunities while maintaining existing accounts.
• Collaborate with the wider sales team to achieve company objectives.

Requirements:

To be considered for the Area Sales Manager role, you will need:

• Proven field sales experience (essential), selling to distribution channels.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.

The Culture:

Join an innovative and ambitious company that prioritises research and development to stay ahead of industry trends. With a supportive environment and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect place to grow your career.

The Package for Area Sales Manager:

• Basic salary: £38,000 – £42,000
• Uncapped commission, paid monthly and quarterly (£8,000 – £13,000)
• Electric company car with a £1,000 contribution towards EV charger installation
• Private healthcare
• 5% company pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

The Company:

A trusted French manufacturer with over six decades of expertise in producing high-quality automotive garage equipment, known for their commitment to innovation and excellence.

Location:

Field-based role covering Birmingham, Coventry, Northampton, Oxford, Milton Keynes, Luton, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Watford, Slough, Reading.