Graduate Area Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits ambitious graduates as an Area Sales Manager in a leading company specializing in animal health. This entry-level role offers comprehensive training and the chance to develop a rewarding career in sales. You will engage with independent veterinary practices, helping improve the health of pets through innovative nutraceuticals. With a strong emphasis on internal promotion, successful candidates can quickly advance to senior roles. If you're a confident individual with a passion for building relationships and a drive to succeed, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ideal for ambitious graduates with strong interpersonal skills.
• No prior experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage a geographical territory and acquire new business.
• Conduct 3-4 meetings daily with veterinary practices.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Skills

Resilience

Target-Driven Mindset

Education

University Degree (2.1 or higher)

Job description

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Graduate Area Sales Manager, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

BMS Performance

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Graduate sales opportunity working with a market leader in animal health
• Client-facing role working with new & existing customers
• Excellent training & development opportunities; entry-level role suitable for someone with no prior B2B sales experience

Who is the opportunity with?

This client is a family-owned global business specializing in companion animal nutraceuticals—non-drug substances aimed at improving animal health & well-being.

Their products support cats and dogs across categories such as joints, gastrointestinal health, internal organs, skin/coat, and brain/behavior.

Over 90% of their products are produced in-house at their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, with a presence in over 40 countries worldwide.

What does the role consist of?

As an Area Sales Manager, you will cover a geographical territory across the North West, ideally based in or near Bolton. You will receive comprehensive training over the first 42 weeks, combining on-patch, virtual, and on-site training at HQ in Lytham (fully expensed).

Once established, your typical day will involve 3-4 meetings, focusing on acquiring new business and managing existing accounts. You will represent the full range of nutraceuticals, selling into independent veterinary practices.

The company promotes from within; successful graduates have advanced to roles such as UK National Sales Manager, Business Unit Manager for Western Europe, and Northern Regional Sales Manager.

What are the company looking for?

This role is ideal for an ambitious university graduate (2.1 or higher) seeking an entry-level sales opportunity.

No prior experience is required. The role suits a confident, friendly individual who is good at building relationships. Resilience and a target-driven mindset are important due to the fast-paced nature of the role. A driving license is essential.