Area Sales Manager

Sysco GB; Watford; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading foodservice supplier as an Area Sales Manager, focusing on building customer relationships and driving sales growth within the independent sector. This home-based role offers a competitive salary and bonuses, alongside opportunities for professional development and progression in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Uncapped bonus potential

Holiday purchase options

Qualifications

• Customer-focused and resilient candidates are preferred.
• Experience in field sales or a desire to develop a sales career is important.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships in the independent sector.
• Achieve profitable volume growth by growing and retaining customers.
• Collaborate with the Business Development Manager on new customer requirements.

Skills

Customer-focused

Resilience

Self-motivated

Driven to meet targets

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

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Company Description

Job Title: Area Sales Manager - Homebased / Field Sales - Watford and Harrow

Salary: £33,000 - £36,000 + great bonus, company car or car allowance, & home-based contract

At Brakes, we have ambitious growth plans. If you're experienced in Field Sales or eager to develop a career in sales within the Food Service industry, we offer a fantastic opportunity for an Area Sales Manager to join our Independent Sales Team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Model our Company Values and Purpose
2. Build and maintain strong customer relationships, focusing on the independent sector
3. Achieve profitable volume growth by growing and retaining customers
4. Partner with customers to understand their growth plans, offering value-added solutions and products
5. Monitor competitor activity to ensure our offerings are competitive
6. Collaborate with the Business Development Manager on new customer requirements and handovers
7. Represent the Brakes brand locally

You should be highly customer-focused, resilient, self-motivated, and driven to meet targets. We value continuous learning and offer development opportunities, with potential progression into various commercial roles. Familiarity with our modernisation initiatives and new technologies, such as Salesforce, would be advantageous.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, uncapped bonus potential, a home-based contract, a company car, holiday purchase options, and access to award-winning products at nearly cost price.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We want you to bring your whole self to work and help shape our culture. #BelongAtBrakes.

Why Choose Brakes? Our purpose is to connect the world through food and caring for one another. With a focus on ethical sourcing and sustainability, along with our quality products, you'll be part of a reputable business committed to making a difference.

Qualifications & Additional Information

We welcome all applicants and focus on your potential and unique talents. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, contact our resourcing team for support.

About Brakes: We are the UK's largest foodservice supplier, delivering high-quality fresh and frozen foods nationwide to pubs, restaurants, schools, and care facilities. Our 8,000-strong team is proud to support this vital service and is growing!