Area Sales Manager

RGM Partners; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commission

Ongoing training

Team-oriented culture

Impactful role

Job summary

RGM Partners is seeking an Area Sales Manager for industrial lubricants to cover the North-West of the UK. You will develop accounts, win new business, and provide technical lubricant advice to engineers and procurement teams.

This field-based role combines sales with technical consultancy, requiring a valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel. You’ll tailor solutions to reduce downtime and improve efficiency, while earning commission on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in industrial/technical sales
• Knowledge of lubricants, metalworking fluids or related engineering products
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Commercial drive with a consultative approach
• Valid UK driving licence (territory travel required)

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow accounts across the North-West territory
• Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into long‑term clients
• Provide technical advice on lubricants, metalworking fluids, and industrial applications
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals
• Build strong relationships with engineering, procurement, and operations teams

Skills

Industrial sales

Account management

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Area Sales Manager – Industrial Lubricants (North-West, UK)

Our client is in industrial lubricants, trusted by manufacturers and engineering firms to keep operations running at peak performance. Their success is built on technical expertise, customer focus, and long‑term partnerships.

Join them as an Area Sales Manager and you’ll drive growth across the North-West, building strong relationships and delivering tailored lubricant solutions that reduce downtime and improve efficiency.

The Opportunity

• Develop and grow accounts across the North-West territory
• Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into long‑term clients
• Provide technical advice on lubricants, metalworking fluids, and industrial applications
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals
• Build strong relationships with engineering, procurement, and operations teams

What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record in industrial/technical sales
• Knowledge of lubricants, metalworking fluids or related engineering products
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Commercial drive with a consultative approach
• Valid UK driving licence (territory travel required)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary plus commission
• Long‑term career prospects with ongoing training
• A supportive team culture with customer success at its core
• The chance to make a real impact in keeping UK industry running efficiently