Area Sales Manager – Remote

Company: Advocate Group
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

A well-established and highly respected UK manufacturer within the consumer durables sector is seeking to strengthen its presence across the independent retail channel. As part of continued growth, there is an opportunity for a commercially driven Regional Sales Manager to take ownership of a key UK territory, focused on driving distribution, revenue growth, and margin performance across a well-established customer base. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a balance of account management and new business development, thrives on building long-term partnerships, and is motivated by delivering strong commercial outcomes within a competitive retail environment.

Managing and developing a defined UK regional territory across the independent retail channel Driving sustainable sales growth, distribution, and margin performance across key accounts Delivering regional sales strategy aligned to wider commercial objectives Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with independent retailers and key stakeholders Developing tailored commercial solutions to support customer needs and maximise mutual value Executing effective account plans, forecasting, and pipeline management Negotiating pricing, agreements, and commercial terms within defined frameworks Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities Delivering product presentations and supporting retailer training where required

Proven track record in regional sales or key account management, ideally within consumer durables, FMCG, or retail Strong commercial acumen with a clear focus on revenue growth and margin delivery Experience in developing and executing structured account plans Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market insight Highly self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the region

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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Posted: May 23rd, 2026