Area Sales Manager

Gripple; Northern Ireland; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Share ownership

Private healthcare

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Gripple is seeking an ambitious Area Sales Manager to drive growth across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. You will own your territory, selling patented products to contractors, distributors and end-users, while delivering onsite training and presentations.

You’ll operate with autonomy, supported by a dynamic team, and travel about 80% of the time to build lasting partnerships and close deals in the commercial construction market.

Qualifications

• Proven success in prospecting and direct sales (MEP/construction experience a bonus).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel ~80%.
• Fluency in English.
• Based within Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Sell directly to contractors, distributors, and end-users.
• Deliver technical product presentations and onsite training.
• Manage territory with autonomy and build strong customer relationships.
• Maintain CRM data and prepare sales reports.

Skills

Sales experience

Prospecting

Negotiation

Account management

CRM software

Communication

Presentation skills

Driving licence

Travel willingness (80%)

English fluency

Tools

CRM software (Salesforce)

Job description

Location: Northern Ireland, Northern Ireland Deadline: 17th November 2026

Unleash your potential. Change the game with Gripple.

Are you the kind of salesperson who thrives under pressure, has a sharp instinct for opportunity , and brings energy to every interaction? If so, Gripple’s got your next big challenge.

We’re on the hunt for a high-performing and dynamic Area Sales Manager who understands the power of value-led selling to lead growth in Northern and Republic of Ireland (based in Northern Ireland). This isn’t your average sales role. You’ll join a world-class team, sell patented, market-defining products, and be part of a company that’s rewriting the rules of construction innovation.

Why Gripple?

We’re not just innovators—we’re game-changers. Since 1989, Gripple has led the charge in wire joining and suspension systems. As a 100% employee-owned business, we don’t just hire talent—we invest in it. You’ll be backed by a global infrastructure, a powerhouse support team, and a culture that champions ownership, passion, and performance.

Find out here how our salespeople are changing the game at Gripple.

What’s in it for you:

• Company car : Tesla, BMW, Audi, Mercedes, VW
• Share ownership : Buy a stake in Gripple and the GLIDE group and share in our success
• 15% non-contributory pension
• 32 days’ holiday , increasing with long service, plus additional ‘thank you’ days
• Private healthcare , family-focused policies, and exceptional benefits that support your wellbeing at every stage
• World-class product training , career development, and room to grow

The role:

You’ll own your territory with the support of an experienced team around you, driving both new business and new products, and expanding existing accounts for our patented products in the commercial construction market. This is a field-based role—expect to be in the thick of it 80% of the time, building relationships, closing deals, and turning conversations into conversions. Energising both customers and colleagues, you will be force for progressive change.

What you’ll be doing:

• Selling directly to contractors, distributors, and end-users
• Delivering technical product presentations and onsite training
• Managing your territory like a business owner—with full autonomy and our trust
• Keeping CRM insights sharp and sales reports smarter

Who you are :

You’re a driven, intuitive and strategic sales professional who:

• performs under pressure with energy and always ‘finds the way’
• has a tenacious work ethic and shows up with purpose and edge, every day
• is self-motivated and proactively pursues opportunities with focus
• builds strong relationships that turn customers into loyal and lasting partners
• collaborates across teams and knows the power of internal allies
• communicates technical information clearly and confidently and executes on strategic decisions
• has a hunter’s mindset—you seek, you pursue, you win
• brings the entrepreneurial edge to own the role like it’s your business

You’ll also need:

• proven success in prospecting and direct sales (MEP/construction experience a bonus)
• a full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel 80%
• fluency in English and the ability to speak the language of impact
• to be based within Northern Ireland

The Gripple Spirit

Our values – fun, integrity, passion, entrepreneurship, teamwork, innovation – aren’t just words on a wall. They shape everything we do. Join us, and you’ll experience:

• true work-life balance
• an inclusive and caring workplace where your ideas matter, and your impact is felt globally
• Take a tour of our head office at the historic Old West Gun Works in Sheffield, South Yorkshire here

Closing date 16 th November 2026. Bring your ambition. We’ll bring the opportunity.

Join a team where everyone belongs

At Gripple, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t always equal.We’re committed to creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who may have faced barriers to employment, education or training and are looking to build their future.We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued with a sense of belonging. If there are any adjustments that would help your experience with Gripple, please let us know when you apply.

Whilst not mandatory, your completion of the applicant ethnic monitoring form will help us monitor and encourage equality and diversity. The information you provide will be anonymous and kept both confidential and separate to your application.