Area Sales Manager - North UK

White Label Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is excited to partner with an industrial business in search of an Area Sales Manager in Manchester. This role involves driving sales in the North UK, managing key accounts, and focusing on OEM relationships within the food and packaging sectors. The ideal candidate will have technical sales experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven record in developing business. The company offers a competitive salary up to £50,000, a performance-based bonus, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £50,000

Up to 15% performance-based bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales within manufacturing, packaging, or related sectors.
• Ability to manage workload across a large geographic area.
• Proven ability to develop new business and manage key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales activities across the North of the UK.
• Manage and develop existing accounts for long-term relationships.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Strong communication skills

Networking and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Job description

White Label is excited to be partnering with a leading industrial manufacturer in their search for an Area Sales Manager to cover the North of the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Area Sales Manager with experience within manufacturing to take ownership of a defined territory, drive new business and manage key accounts. The role focuses on growing sales, with a particular emphasis on OEM relationships within the food, packaging and materials handling industries.

The Role of Area Sales Manager

• Lead sales activities across the North of the UK, identifying and converting new business opportunities.
• Manage and develop existing accounts to strengthen long-term relationships.
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience and act as a trusted industry advisor.
• Provide market insights and feedback to support business strategy and product development.
• Conduct product demonstrations, presentations, and negotiations, including on-site customer support where needed.

What We're Looking For

• Technical sales experience within manufacturing, packaging, or related industrial sectors. Experience selling into the food industry is essential.
• Proven track record of developing new business and managing key accounts.
• Strong communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in understanding technical and engineering requirements relevant to the products.
• Self-motivated and organised, able to manage workload across a large geographic area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per year
• Up to 15% performance-based bonus
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension scheme after 6 months

This is a fantastic chance to join a forward-thinking, innovative industrial business and make a real impact on their growth in the UK