Area Sales Manager

Coburg Banks Limited; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of art and craft products is seeking an Area Sales Manager to enhance their presence in independent retailers across various regions in the UK. The role involves managing existing accounts and developing new business opportunities, with a competitive salary and benefits including a company car. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience and strong relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Company car provided for business use

Stock options as part of the benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, ideally within the independent retailer sector.
• Confident driver with a valid driving license.
• Knowledge of independent retailers through direct sales or previous employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing business (75% of role).
• Develop new business opportunities (25% of responsibilities).
• Travel across designated areas to meet clients.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Self-motivation

Job description

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for art and craft products? Our client is seeking an Area Sales Manager to join their team, selling art and craft products into independent retailers across Witshire, Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Dorset, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and West London. With a rich history since 1978, the company has been a leading supplier in the industry.

The Role:
As an Area Sales Manager, you will:

• Manage and grow existing business, which accounts for 75% of your role
• Develop new business opportunities, making up 25% of your responsibilities
• Travel across the designated areas to meet clients and potential customers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with independent retailers
• Work independently while reporting into a Sales Manager

The Candidate:
The ideal candidate for the Area Sales Manager position will:

• Have proven sales experience, ideally within the independent retailer sector
• Possess knowledge of independent retailers, either through direct sales or previous employment
• Be a confident driver with a valid driving license
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently

The Package:
The Area Sales Manager role offers:
Annual salary of 30,000 - 35,000 with an OTE of 40,000

• Company car provided for business use
• Stock options as part of the benefits package

The company has been a trusted supplier of art and craft materials to independent retailers since 1978. They pride themselves on their extensive product range and commitment to quality, serving a wide network of retailers across the UK.

If you are a driven sales professional with a passion for art and craft products, this Area Sales Manager role could be the perfect opportunity for you. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

If you have experience as a Sales Executive, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Territory Manager, or Regional Sales Manager, this Area Sales Manager position could be a great fit for you.

INDSLS Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.