Field Sales Area Manager - Automotive Aftermarket

Cast UK; Essex; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive solutions company is looking for a Field Sales Area Manager in Essex to drive sales growth across the East of England. The ideal candidate should have a proven sales track record and strong negotiation skills. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own territory, build a sales team, and enjoy competitive benefits, including a car and bonuses. Full training will be provided, and previous industry experience is not required.

Benefits

Competitive bonus

Company car

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a previous sales role.
• Hunger, drive and ambition to carve out a successful career in field sales.
• Willingness to undertake significant business travel.

Responsibilities

• Promoting a top quality product which is a leading brand in Europe.
• Maximising revenue and profitability in your assigned territory.
• Driving sales with both existing and new customers to achieve growth targets.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Presentation skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Field Sales Area Manager - Automotive Aftermarket

Essex (Field Based Role)

£39,500 - £43,000 Car Bonus / Commission

Are you a proven sales professional looking for a fantastic opportunity in a fast-growing, established business…?

This company has already enjoyed significant international success and has gained a strong reputation and brand name in Europe. They are now looking to build on their existing presence in the UK, and are hiring a Field Sales Area Manager to drive sales and growth across the East of England, including Essex, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire.

The company operates in the Automotive Aftermarket sector and your key customers will include car dealerships and body shops. However previous industry experience is not essential as full product training will be provided!

If you want to take full ownership of your sales territory and manage your area as your own franchise business, including hiring and building a strong sales team around you, then this is the one for you…!

What will the role involve?

• Promoting a fantastic, top quality product which is already a leading brand name in Europe
• Taking full ownership of your assigned territory, maximising revenue and profitability
• Undertaking a hands‑on field sales role, visiting customers in your region in person
• Driving sales with both existing and new customers to achieve growth targets and increase company market share
• Developing strong technical / product knowledge in order to provide expert product advice to your customers
• Building out your own team of Field Sales Managers to further drive growth in your assigned territory

What are we looking for?

• Hunger, drive and ambition to carve out a successful career in field sales!
• Proven track record in a previous sales role
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Honed presentation skills
• Willingness to undertake significant business travel as required for the role
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Previous line management experience is an advantage but not essential
• Technical experience within the Automotive aftermarket and / or chemicals industry is an advantage but not essential - this company have a fantastic training programme and full product training will be provided!

Why should I apply?

• Work for a fantastic business and play your part in their exciting UK growth plans
• Build your own team around you as you further develop your territory
• Be part of an amazing team who like to work hard, play hard and have fun
• Enjoy great benefits including competitive bonus and car