Field Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international supplier in the drinks vending industry seeks a Field Sales Manager in Bolton. You will manage existing client relationships, develop business within a portfolio of active accounts, and prospect for new customers. Ideal candidates have a successful sales background, strong communication skills, and are IT literate. This role offers realistic targets with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in field sales or technical sales.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• IT literate, with familiarity in CRM and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Sales planning and management in a fast-paced environment.
• Act as the first technical contact for customers.
• Meet and exceed sales and margin targets.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Proactive Work Ethic

Customer Retention

Lead Generation

Education

Education and training qualifications

Tools

CRM Systems

ERP Systems

Job description

Position: Field Sales Manager, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: BMS Performance

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

• A 30-year-old manufacturing & distribution company with a strong client portfolio across the UK and Western Europe.
• Proven track record in developing employees from entry-level to senior positions.
• Financially secure, part of a FTSE 250.
• Territory management role dealing with existing client relationships.
• Realistic targets and bonus potential.

Role Details:

Join a leading international supplier of component parts, spares, and accessories for drinks vending, serving markets including coffee, soft drinks, water, and alcoholic drinks. The role focuses on business development within a portfolio of approximately 200 active accounts, including major brands, and prospecting for new customers.

Typical Duties:

• Sales planning and management in a fast-paced distribution environment, including field sales, telemarketing, and administration days.
• Act as the first technical contact for customers, promoting solutions from the full product portfolio.
• Meet and exceed sales and margin targets, and activity metrics such as customer visits and quotations.
• Prepare and generate quotations aligned with pricing and logistic needs.
• Maintain effective administration and CRM updates.
• Provide sales forecasts and demand planning.
• Plan customer meetings and territory coverage.
• Generate new leads and retain existing customers.
• Collaborate with internal sales teams to achieve shared goals.

The Person:

Applicants should have experience in field sales, ideally within the drinks dispensing industry, or technical sales experience. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with a proactive, autonomous work ethic. Candidates must be IT literate, familiar with CRM and ERP systems, and able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Education and training qualifications will support applications.