Field Area Sales Manager – Automotive Aftermarket

Glen Callum Associates; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected automotive parts supplier is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to cover South Wales and the Southwest of England. This role involves building distributor relationships and ensuring strong product presence. Candidates should have proven sales experience in the automotive parts industry, strong account management skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers autonomy and the chance to engage customers proactively. Competitive salary and benefits include a company car and comprehensive training support.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Enhanced pension

Healthcare and life assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Excellent training and development support

Company car

Qualifications

• Proven track record of consistently achieving sales targets.
• Ability to work independently and provide regular updates.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive territory management and strategic sales coverage.
• Proactively engage customers through direct and indirect sales activity.
• Ensure product availability and provide advertising support.

Skills

Proven sales experience in the automotive parts industry

Strong account management skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation and persuasion

Strong planning and organisational abilities

Numerate and analytical

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

A respected automotive parts supplier is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to cover South Wales and the Southwest of England. This role involves building distributor relationships and ensuring strong product presence. Candidates should have proven sales experience in the automotive parts industry, strong account management skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers autonomy and the chance to engage customers proactively. Competitive salary and benefits include a company car and comprehensive training support.