Area Sales Manager – Electrical Wholesale

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

Job summary

A leading electrical wholesale group based in Oxford is seeking an ambitious Area Sales Manager ready to step into management. The role includes relationship development with customers and full business management responsibilities. Candidates should have experience in B2B sales within wholesale distribution, strong communication skills, and a drive to succeed. The position offers a competitive salary between £35,000 - £50,000 and additional performance-based bonuses, with full support for career advancement.

Benefits

Performance-based uncapped bonus

Company car

Mobile and laptop

Optional pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Strong sales or managerial experience within the wholesale distribution sector.
• Excellent communicator and negotiator capable of identifying new business opportunities.
• Natural leader eager to take on management responsibilities.
• Ambitious and driven with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
• Manage the entire business with full P&L responsibility.
• Drive sales growth and identify opportunities for performance improvements.
• Achieve set targets and objectives through strategic planning.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Business development

Job description

A market-leading electrical wholesale group are looking for ambitious and proactive salespeople to fast-track to key management roles. They currently have an impressive network of 380 businesses across the UK and a commitment to ongoing expansion through new openings and strategic acquisitions, this opportunity offers a fantastic platform for career advancement. They are looking for energetic individuals with experience in B2B sales within the wholesale distribution sector who are looking to progress their careers.

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, their 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

As an Area Sales Manager, you should :

• 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 entrepreneurial spirit

Rewards

As an Area Sales Manager, you will receive :

• 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

Think you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more!