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FURLONG FLOORING LIMITED in Ireland is seeking an Area Sales Manager to cover the counties listed in the job posting, with an emphasis on developing relationships with retail, trade and contractor customers. The role requires regular travel within the territory and a focus on achieving growth targets.
As part of the sales team, you will manage activity in your geographic area, drive revenue through customer engagement, and ensure orders and pricing are accurate while coordinating with the office
Unit A, Ballymount Cross Ind, Ballymount Rd Lwr, Dublin 24, D24 RCC2
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Job description:Area Sales Manager - Cavan, Offaly, Westmeath, Longford, Leitrim, Roscommon, Clare, Galway, Mayo, SligoCommissionCompany CarCompany PhoneCompany TabletPensionEAP - Employee Assistance Program22 days annual leave which increases with serviceRole FunctionManage sales activity within an assigned geographic area, maintaining and developing relationships with retail, trade, and contractor customers.Drive sales performance through regular customer engagement, account development, and structured territory coverage.Core ResponsibilitiesTerritory Sales ManagementManage sales activity within assigned geographic areaIdentify, target, and develop new customer accounts while expanding your territoryMaintain structured visit schedules across retail and trade customersDeliver against monthly, quarterly, and annual sales budgets with a focus on sustainable growth.Proactively identify and pursue new business development opportunities within both existing and untapped marketsEnsure consistent customer coverage and engagementCustomer Account ManagementMaintain direct relationships with existing customersMonitor account performance and order activityIdentify opportunities for increased sales within existing accountsSupport retention and development of key customersManage complaints quickly with all necessary informationSales Order GenerationGenerate sales orders through customer visits and callsProcess orders in coordination with sales officeEnsure accuracy of pricing, product selection, and order detailsFollow up on outstanding orders and customer requirementsProduct & Market ActivityCommunicate product information, updates, and availability to customersGather feedback on market trends and competitor activityIdentify demand opportunities within assigned territorySupport introduction of new products into customer baseInternal CoordinationLiaise with sales office regarding orders, pricing, and customer issuesCoordinate with warehouse on stock availability and customer requirementsCommunicate customer feedback and market intelligence internallyEnsure smooth handover of orders into fulfilment processSales Performance TrackingMonitor personal sales activity and performance through KPI reportsMaintain pipeline of active and potential customersTrack territory performance against expectationsReport on customer activity and opportunitiesTravel RequirementsThe role requires regular travel throughout the assigned territoryFlexibility to undertake occasional overnight stays is essential where required to maximise customer coverage, attend meetings, exhibitions, training events, or support business development activitiesRepresent the company professionally at all times while travelling and meeting customersAd Hoc DutiesUndertake other reasonable duties as required from time to time, including duties outside the core scope of the role, in order to support the effective oper