Area Sales Manager

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is seeking an Area Sales Manager to cover Tipperary, Clare, and Limerick. This full-time position involves driving sales strategies, managing customer relationships, and collaborating with teams to enhance the retail fuel network. The ideal candidate has proven experience in sales management and knowledge in the fuels or B2B sectors. A full clean driver's license is required. Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Area Sales Manager or similar role.
• Experience in fuels, energy, FMCG or B2B sectors.
• Full, clean driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies for retail fuel network.
• Drive new business initiatives and manage customer accounts.
• Collaborate with teams to maximize cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Education

Third-level qualification in Business or related field

Job description

Our client is a long-established energy provider supplying fuel products across Ireland. They are currently looking to expand their team and add an Area Sales Manager to cover Tipperary, Clare and Limerick. This is a full-time, permanent role and will drive regional sales, expand the footprint, and manage relationships with both existing and prospective customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to expand the company’s retail fuel network across the assigned region.
• Drive new business initiatives, including new site acquisitions, brand partnerships, and supply agreements.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure satisfaction, retention, and long-term profitability.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Wholesale, and Retail Fuels teams to align strategies, share insights, and maximise cross-selling.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and new opportunities to inform strategy and drive growth.
• Manage customer accounts, credit monitoring, and CRM records to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Present tailored commercial and branding solutions while upholding the brands standards.
• Support marketing initiatives, network expansion, and cross-functional projects to deliver operational and sales excellence.

Requirements

• Third-level qualification in Business or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience as an Area Sales Manager, Sales Manager or Senior Account Manager.
• Experience within the fuels, energy, FMCG or B2B sectors.
• Full, clean driver’s license.
• Commercially focused with strong negotiation, presentation and relationship management skills.

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Megan O’Doherty

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021-4911066