Area Sales Manager - Electrical Wholesale

Bridgewater Resources UK; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sales company in Milton Keynes is seeking an Area Sales Manager to develop customer relationships and drive business performance. This role involves significant responsibility, from managing P&L to mentoring employees. The ideal candidate will have sales experience within the wholesale distribution sector and a strong desire to advance into management. A competitive salary and performance-linked bonuses are offered.

Benefits

Performance-linked bonus

Company car

Mobile phone

Laptop

Optional pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Experience in wholesale distribution sector is preferred.
• Ability to identify and capitalize on new business.
• Motivated to progress to manager level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Manage the business including P&L and team mentoring.
• Achieve sales targets and drive growth.
• Identify opportunities to enhance performance.

Skills

Strong sales experience

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Ambitious and driven

Job description

Role Responsibilities

As an Area Sales Manager, you will be given the training, tools and knowledge to quickly progress to a management role. You'll work closely with existing Branch Managers to familiarise yourself with the company, its products, processes and values. You will also complete a tailored training programme focusing on business operations and leadership. All of this will prepare you for a Branch Manager role where you will:

• Develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing customers
• Be responsible for the running of the entire business, including full P&L, managing and mentoring employees, driving sales, marketing, logistics and purchasing
• Ensure the achievement of set targets and objectives
• Drive sales growth by identifying opportunities to develop company performance and revenue

Requirements

• Have strong sales experience or some managerial experience within the wholesale distribution sector (e.g. electrical, builders merchant, plumbing and heating, etc.)
• Be an excellent communicator and negotiator who can spot and capitalise on new business opportunities
• Be a natural leader who is keen to step up to management
• Be ambitious and driven with an entrepreneurial spirit

Rewards

• A starting salary between £35,000 - £50,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• Uncapped bonus linked to your performance
• A package including a car, mobile and laptop
• Optional membership of the company pension scheme