Area Sales Manager

Acclaim Handling; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A materials handling company is seeking an Area Sales Manager based in Reading. This full-time role involves identifying and pursuing sales opportunities, managing accounts, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience, strong communication skills, and a self-motivated attitude. The position allows for some remote work with travel within the assigned area.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, particularly in materials handling or logistics.
• Strong relationship-building and account management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze market trends and sales data.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities and establish client relationships.
• Prepare proposals and achieve sales targets.
• Manage accounts and provide excellent customer service.
• Stay updated on market trends.

Skills

Proven sales experience

Relationship-building

Excellent communication

Market analysis skills

Self-motivated

Proficiency in CRM and Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Acclaim Handling is a specialist in forklift trucks and materials handling equipment with over 40 years of expertise. Our services include contract hire, purchases, repair, refurbishment, training, logistics, and storage. We provide expert advice to help companies control costs and improve profitability.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for an Area Sales Manager located from the Reading depot, however, area postcodes are very much open for discussion covering postcodes such as HP, WD, AL, HA and NW, with some work from home acceptable. The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying sales opportunities, establishing relationships with clients, preparing Proposal, and achieving sales targets. Additional responsibilities include managing accounts, providing customer service, and staying updated on market trends.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, particularly in the materials handling or logistics sectors
• Strong relationship-building and account management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze market trends and sales data
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a proactive approach
• Proficiency in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Tenacious, Strong work ethic and a hunger for winning new business.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the designated area