Area Sales Manager

Alexander Steele Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Steele Recruitment is seeking an Area Sales Manager to oversee and expand its client base in West Yorkshire and Manchester. The ideal candidate will drive sales growth, maintain client relationships, and conduct market research while enjoying a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Employee discount scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales role within FMCG or wholesale sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Prepare and deliver regular sales reports.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Abilities

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Recruitment Consultant at Alexander Steele | Food, Drinks and Consumer Goods Recruitment Specialist - Technical, Operations, Supply Chain & Commercial

Job Title: Area Sales Manager – West Yorkshire & Manchester

Salary: Up to £38,000 + 40% of salary bonus + company car/car allowance

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (inclusive of a 1-hour unpaid break)

Location: Field-based role covering West Yorkshire, Sheffield and Manchester regions

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Area Sales Manager to oversee and expand our client base within the Yorkshire and Manchester areas. This role is pivotal in driving sales growth and enhancing profit margins across both existing and new customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company targets and expand our customer base.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients while identifying opportunities for growth.
• Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless customer service and satisfaction.
• Prepare and deliver regular sales reports and forecasts to senior management.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a sales role, preferably within the foodservice, FMCG, or wholesale sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Valid UK driving licence.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with a KPI bonus scheme.
• 28 days of holiday, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata).
• Company pension scheme and life assurance cover.
• Company sick pay and employee discount scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme and employee assistance programme.

If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for the food industry and a track record of driving business growth, we would love to hear from you. Please apply or reach out to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Wholesale Food and Beverage

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