Role I am recruiting for an Area Sales Manager to sell playground and outdoor play equipment across Lancashire, Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire. * Develop sales across an established territory with significant growth potential. * Sell timber and steel playground equipment, including slides, swings, climbing frames and adventure trails. * Promote safety fencing and playground surfacing solutions. * Build relationships with local authorities, parish councils, schools, leisure centres, parks, community groups and caravan parks. * Identify new business opportunities and develop existing customer accounts. * Prepare and submit tenders, managing projects from initial enquiry through to order. * Manage sales opportunities ranging from £4,000 to £300,000. Company My client is an established UK manufacturer of playground and outdoor play equipment, supplying products to create engaging, safe and durable play environments. Person * Proven field sales experience with a consultative, value-led approach. * Strong relationship-building and communication skills. * Commercially minded, motivated and proactive in identifying new opportunities. * Confident managing tenders and longer sales cycles. * Able to develop customer relationships and grow an underperforming territory. * Experience selling to local authorities or schools would be beneficial, but product background is not essential. Salary and Benefits * £37,000–£44,000 basic salary. * Salary increases twice a year. * Uncapped monthly bonus, paying 1% on qualifying installations against timber and steel equipment targets. * Company car. * 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays. * Pension and private healthcare. * Laptop and mobile phone
Area Sales Manager employer: Courtney Smith
As a Branch Manager at our thriving plumbing and heating merchant, you will join a dynamic team in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and customer satisfaction. We offer competitive benefits, including performance bonuses and training opportunities, ensuring you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact in the local community. Our branch's strong trade counter presence and commitment to excellence make it an exciting place to work, where your leadership will directly contribute to our success.
