Area Sales Manager

Raven Roofing Supplies; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Raven Roofing Supplies, a market leader in roofing materials, is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive sales across London and surrounding areas. You will lead strategic client engagement, grow key accounts, and expand market presence while collaborating with marketing to tailor regional campaigns.

The role focuses on developing regional strategies, expanding the customer base, and guiding a small team to deliver growth. A strong track record in roofing or builders' merchants is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven sales track record with targets met or exceeded in a relevant market.
• Knowledge of roofing or related industries is helpful.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sales strategies to maximise revenue.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Manage and develop the existing business development team.
• Analyse market trends to inform sales tactics.
• Collaborate with marketing on regional campaigns.
• Provide feedback on sales performance to senior management.
• Attend site visits to meet targets.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Job description

Raven Roofing Supplies is a market leader in the supply of roofing materials in the south, established in 1972, this family-owned business, thrives on supplying exceptional customer service. Join us to make a significant impact in our organisation and to advance your personal growth and career, in a company that is big enough to deliver but small enough to care.

Full job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Area Sales Manager to lead our sales initiatives across designated territories and product ranges. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business growth through strategic client engagement, building key accounts, and expanding our market presence in London and the surrounding areas.

Duties

• Develop and implement regional sales strategies aligned with company objectives to maximise revenue growth.
• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities through proactive outreach and relationship-building.
• Manage and develop the existing business development team.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform sales tactics and product positioning.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create tailored campaigns that resonate with regional audiences.
• Provide regular feedback on sales performance, and strategic insights to senior management.
• This position would suit an applicant with existing roofing sales or a history of heavy side builders' merchants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales with a successful track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Knowledge of the industry or similar industries with ability to identify market trends and opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, particularly excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, proactive, and capable of working independently within a fast-paced environment. This position is integral to our growth strategy and offers an engaging environment for professionals eager to make a significant impact within the organisation.
• Ability to work flexibly and to attend site / client visits to ensure targets are achieved.
• Valid driving licence & no insurance issues is essential.