Area Sales Manager - UK South in Manchester

Area Sales Manager - UK South in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
City of Shakopee, MN

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive sales growth and develop customer relationships in the South UK region.
  • Company: Join Emerson, a leader in Fluid and Motion Control solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, remote work options, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and a supportive team environment.
  • Why this job: Make an impact by securing new business and expanding existing accounts.
  • Qualifications: Engineering degree and proven sales experience required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

Emerson is looking for an Area Sales Manager covering the South region of the UK, responsible for the Fluid and Motion Control portfolio.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Managing and developing the assigned territory, driving sustainable sales growth in line with targets.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities, building a strong pipeline and converting prospects into long-term customers.
  • Growing and expanding existing accounts, with a focus on key and strategic customers.
  • Developing and executing territory sales plans aligned with UK, Ireland, and Northern Europe strategies.
  • Apply a solution-selling approach, understanding customer needs and delivering tailored Fluid & Motion Control solutions.
  • Building and maintaining strong customer relationships to support ongoing business growth.
  • Maintain accurate sales data and pipeline visibility within Salesforce CRM.
  • Collaborating with internal teams to support pricing, compliance, and overall business performance.

Who You Are:

  • You display a can-do attitude in good and bad times.
  • You partner with others to get work done.
  • You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
  • You acquire data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems.
  • You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions.
  • You act with a clear sense of ownership.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Engineering Degree, or other relevant qualification.
  • Demonstrated sales experience with proven track record.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Direct and interactive computer skills and electronic business interfaces.
  • Proactive and high-energy style.
  • Willingness to travel to customer’s sites.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • CRM experience (Salesforce preferred).
  • Relevant industry experience within UK is desirable (process, life-science, food and beverage, etc).

Area Sales Manager - UK South in Manchester employer: City of Shakopee, MN

Emerson in Stockport is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Join us to be part of a team that values customer relationships and technical excellence, all within a supportive culture that prioritises your success.

City of Shakopee, MN

Contact Details:

City of Shakopee, MN Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Area Sales Manager - UK South in Manchester

Sales Management
Business Development
Customer Relationship Management
Solution Selling
Salesforce CRM
Territory Sales Planning
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