Area Sales Manager

Jayfair Recruitment Solutions Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to enhance growth in the Northern UK region, focusing on the construction and infrastructure sectors. The role involves managing sales, building relationships, and promoting a wide range of products to key clients. Success requires a strong background in business development and a proven track record in the water, power, and gas industries. This is a crucial position combining strategic account management with hands-on project involvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales and business development within construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of the water, power, and gas industries.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth across the Northern region.
• Manage sales within defined geographic area.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with contractors and water companies.
• Act as primary contact for regional customers.

Skills

Sales and Business Development

Account Management

Project Involvement

Relationship Building

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Area Sales Manager to drive growth across their Northern region within the construction and infrastructure sectors (water, power & gas).

As a key representative for a leading manufacturer supplying into major water projects—including AMP8 programmes—you will build, maintain, and develop strong commercial relationships with water companies, Tier 1 contractors, and key subcontractors. This role combines strategic account management with hands‑on business development and project involvement.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

Manage and grow sales within the defined geographic region (Chester to York and south to Sheffield).

Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities with contractors, water companies, and project partners.

Promote the company’s full product offering to new and existing clients, ensuring alignment with project requirements and specifications.

Account & Relationship Management

Maintain strong, long‑term relationships with Tier 1 contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and water companies.

Act as the primary point of contact for all regional customers, delivering high levels of service and technical support.

Conduct regular site visits, customer meetings, and project reviews to ensure satisfaction and identify upsell or cross‑sell opportunities...