Area Sales Manager - Industrial Electrical

Bridgewater Resources UK; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial electrical wholesaler in the UK is seeking proactive salespeople to develop customer relationships and grow business accounts. This exciting role offers the potential to quickly advance to a Business Manager position, where you will manage P&L and mentor others. Candidates should have B2B sales experience, ideally within wholesale, and strong negotiation skills. A competitive salary, uncapped bonus, and company benefits such as a car and mobile are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped bonus

Company car, mobile, and laptop

Optional pension scheme membership

Qualifications

• Strong B2B sales experience is essential.
• Experience in the electrical or industrial wholesale sector is preferred.
• Proven track record of developing relationships with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Represent the business by winning new business and growing existing accounts.
• Meet sales targets and present to a wide range of customers.
• Manage customer accounts and diary.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship development

Leadership qualities

Job description

One of the UK's leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for ambitious and proactive salespeople to fast‑track to key management roles. This is an exciting role where you'll be building strong relationships with customers in the Teeside area and will be given the opportunity to manage your own branch in the near future.

You'll be joining an impressive £1.7 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high‑quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.

Role Responsibilities

• Be at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts
• Meet sales targets and increase the profitability of the business
  Present, communicate and negotiate with a wide range of customers
• Manage your customer accounts and diary
• Have the opportunity to progress quickly to a Business Manager role where you will continue to drive sales growth, as well as having full autonomy over P&L, managing and mentoring employees, marketing, logistics and purchasing

Requirements

• Strong B2B sales experience
• Experience in either the general electrical wholesale or industrial wholesale sector, this can be mechanical, electrical etc.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to spot and capitalise on new business opportunities
• A proven track record of developing relationships with both suppliers and customers
• Natural leadership qualities

Rewards

• A starting salary between 45,000 - 55,000 (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!