Area Sales Manager

Leading manufacturer of plaster fillers and adhesives for the B2B market is looking to increase its UK market share and therefore is recruiting a motivated and customer-focused Area Sales Manager (Preferred Location: Bristol, Swindon, Oxford, South Birmingham) to join their team. The Area Sales manager is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships, responding to client inquiries and proactively generating sales through face-to-face visits, telephone, email, and other communication channels. You will report to the UK Sales Director.

ROLE of the Area Sales Manager:

* Maintaining and growing existing accounts, maintaining regular contact and meeting with customers predominantly in person to review accounts. 60-75% travel expected in role.

* Expanding our client’s presence in the Sales Territory.

* Developing and executing a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed revenue targets in the assigned territory.

* Identifying, qualifying and managing new business opportunities in existing customers.

* Working in partnership with other members of the Sales Team, in order to successfully develop and complete new business opportunities.

* Promoting and selling new products.

* Providing routine day-to-day support, both technical and operational, to customers.

PROFILE:

* Proven experience as an Area Sales Manager or Territory Manager, or Field Sales Manager, preferably within the construction or painting/decorating materials industry or distribution.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse clients.

* Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets consistently.

* Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while managing a regional territory.

* Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tailor solutions to meet client needs.

* Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

* Full UK driving licence.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

* Up to £48k pa according to experience with commission/bonus opportunities.

* Health, dental, and pension benefits.

* Ongoing training and professional development.

* Collaborative and supportive team environment.

* Opportunities for career growth within the organization