Area Sales Manager (Reading)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food wholesaler is seeking an Area Sales Manager to drive business growth in the Southampton area. This home-based role offers a competitive salary with uncapped bonuses, a company car, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will blend commercial insight with relationship-building skills to maximize sales.

Benefits

Company car or travel allowance

Uncapped bonus potential

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Excel is essential.
• A proactive approach to sales and customer relationships is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Achieve profitable volume growth by gaining, growing, and retaining customers.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through face-to-face meetings.
• Research target audiences and identify opportunities within the territory.

Skills

Commercial savvy

Relationship building

Proficiency in Excel

Sales passion

Job description

Area Sales Manager (Reading), Southampton

Client: kff

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 10.07.2025

Expiry Date: 24.08.2025

Job Description:

Overview:

kff, a regional food wholesaler and part of Sysco, is looking for an Area Sales Manager to join our team in Reading. This is a home-based role covering the Southampton area, offering up to £40,000 plus uncapped bonus potential, a company car or travel allowance, and a home-based contract. We are committed to growth and are seeking a proactive individual to develop and maximize independent foodservice business in your territory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve profitable volume growth by gaining, growing, and retaining customers.
• Research target audiences and identify opportunities within your territory.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through face-to-face meetings and understanding customer needs.
• Onboard new customers effectively while maintaining relationships with existing accounts.
• Partner with customers to understand their growth plans and offer practical solutions and products.
• Monitor competitor activity and proposals to ensure your customers receive the best local solutions.

Candidate Profile:

We seek someone capable of winning new business and maximizing sales with existing customers. The ideal candidate will be commercially savvy, proficient in Excel, and skilled in relationship building. A passion for sales is essential. Food industry experience is preferred but not required. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their whole self to work.