Area Sales Manager

TN United Kingdom; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive sales and market expansion in the Northwest and Lancashire. This role offers the flexibility of working from home or the office, with a focus on building lasting customer relationships and exceeding sales targets. Ideal candidates will possess a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of the construction industry. Join a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages growth and innovation while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Company Car

34 Days Annual Leave

Health Care Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Discount

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Qualifications

• Proven sales track record in field sales.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategy to exceed targets.
• Build relationships with key customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service

Construction Industry Knowledge

Self-Motivation

Communication Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

UK Driving Licence

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Area Sales Manager

Field-based, covering postcodes: BB, BL, L, M, OL, PR, SK, WA & WN (option of working from home or our office in Ramsbottom, Bury)

Competitive Salary + Company Car + Bonus

We’ve been supplying quality bulk aggregates and block stone since Solomon Marshall opened our first quarry in the 1890s. Today, we offer premium-grade sandstone, yorkstone, and limestone from quarries across Yorkshire and Lancashire. Find out more about Marshalls Aggregates & Block Stone here. We’re part of Marshalls plc, the UK’s leading supplier of hard landscaping, building, and roofing products. Did you know we’ve paved every square on the Monopoly board? Whether exploring iconic paths or striking a pose at famous landmarks, chances are you’ve crossed paths with our products!

Due to continuous growth, we’re recruiting an Area Sales Manager to join our field sales team at Marshalls Aggregates & Block Stone. The position is field-based, working from your home or our office in Ramsbottom, with regular travel across the patch. You’ll cover BB, BL, L, M, OL, PR, SK, WA & WN postcodes. To be shortlisted, you must live on the patch.

What’s the job?

Your mission is to develop and execute a sales strategy to exceed targets and build lasting customer relationships. You will be responsible for driving sales and market expansion within the Northwest and Lancashire region.

We are looking for a results-oriented individual with a proven sales track record. You should have strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate yourself. A good understanding of the construction industry and a passion for delivering excellent customer service are essential.

Your responsibilities include developing sales plans, building relationships with key customers and stakeholders, analyzing market trends, identifying new business opportunities, and providing strategic insights.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and seek a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. We offer a competitive package, career growth opportunities, and the chance to be part of a successful FTSE250 company!

Skills and Experience:

• Strong sales experience, preferably in external/field sales
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service
• Good understanding of the construction industry
• Self-motivated and performance-driven
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build long-term relationships
• Experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint for presentations
• Must have a UK driving licence and live on the patch

What’s in it for you?

At Marshalls, you can work in a meaningful, engaging environment with immediate impact. We foster an inclusive, supportive culture. New ideas are encouraged, and you will have opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your career aspirations. Visit our careers website for more information.

Benefits include:

• Company car
• Hours Monday – Friday
• 34 days annual leave (or equivalent hours, including bank holidays)
• Health care cash plan (dental, optical, prescriptions, and more)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount on products
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay and leave

More about Marshalls

Our operations are divided into three divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products.

Marshalls Landscape Products is the UK’s leading manufacturer of high-quality natural stone and concrete hard landscaping products, serving construction, home improvement, and landscape markets.

Marshalls Building Products supplies concrete drainage products, bricks, mortars, and aggregates.

Marley Roofing Products specializes in pitched roofing systems, including clay and concrete tiles, timber battens, solar solutions, and accessories.