Area Sales Manager

**Area Sales Manager (Field Based) – Essex/East Anglia – Global Manufacturer** If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description. We are currently recruiting for a global construction manufacturer in one of the biggest growth sectors across the UK. This is a rare opportunity where our client is not looking for any kind of industry background but people who are good at managing accounts, have a structured sales approach, field-based sales experience and keen to progress their career. Role: You will be responsible for – Managing a mixture of 100 regional accounts across Chelmsford/Basildon/Cambridge/Norwich area Consultative sales approach working to grow your existing accounts Selling through the value and service of the company; very consultative Managing your own diary/territory Manage and develop relationships with accounts across the defined geographical area; both commercially and technically Gain opportunities for new sales of the company products and services Candidate: The ideal candidate will – Have a minimum of 2+ years’ field sales experience History of account management and new business Have a stable sales background Someone who is structured in their approach to help build and develop accounts Experience with objection handling, pricing and looking at margin Live on territory (Chelmsford/Basildon/Cambridge/Norwich) Good at building relationships Package: Basic Salary: £38,000 – £47,000 (negotiable based on experience) Bonus £22,000 – £24,000 p/a Car Allowance £6,000 (happy to discuss) Phone and laptop Pension scheme Private healthcare 25 days holiday + bank holidays Employee assistant program Plus a number of corporate benefits This is a great chance to join a global company which can offer a huge amount of career potential moving forward. My client is looking for the right character rather than industry experience so is an excellent chance to get into a great industry.