Area Sales Manager

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of sustainable, easy-to-use and accessible solutions for the residential and social housing sectors. They are looking for a commercially driven Area Sales Manager to take ownership of a territory covering Oxford, Swindon, Reading, Sutton and Bromley. The Area Sales Manager will report to the Sales Director.

ROLE of the Area Sales Manager:

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities by understanding customer needs and proposing the right solutions.
• Build a strong pipeline of distributors, installers, specifiers, projects and appointments to achieve revenue targets.
• Deliver product demonstrations and presentations showcasing the benefits of the technology.
• Track projects and orders in collaboration with the Inside Sales team.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and manage your diary effectively.
• Develop knowledge of the products, target industries and customer base.
• Contribute ideas and best practices during team meetings.

PROFILE:

• Proven success in new business development.
• At least 2 years’ experience in B2B field sales (Area Sales Manager, Territory Sales Representative, Sales Manager or similar), in a product environment.
• Strong lead generation and appointment-setting experience.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Organised, process-driven and confident using a CRM.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously.
• Collaborative approach with strong relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable presenting technical solutions (full training provided).
• Full UK driving licence and residence within the territory.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Basic salary between £38k and £40k pa according to experience + uncapped commission
• Company car
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension

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