Area Sales Manager – Industrial Electrical

Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car included

Mobile phone

Laptop

Job summary

Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd in Teesside is seeking an ambitious Area Sales Manager to build strong customer relationships and grow accounts in the electrical wholesale sector. The role offers potential progression to a Business Manager position with full autonomy over P&L and mentoring responsibilities.

You will manage customer accounts, meet sales targets, and negotiate with a wide range of customers. Starting salary is £45,000–£55,000 with an uncapped bonus and a benefits package including a

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Strong B2B sales experience

Excellent negotiation skills

Natural 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 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

As an Area Sales Manager, you will:

• 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

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• 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

As an Area Sales Manager, you will receive:

• 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