Area Sales Manager

Leading blue-chip construction manufactuer – selling into main contractors, developers & architects. Area Sales Manager – Facades Area: Southern Home Counties The Role of Area Sales Manager Facades * This is a field-based sales role covering the Southern Home Counties, where you will be responsible for driving business growth through the management of key accounts and the acquisition of new project opportunities. * You will be targeting a wide range of high-profile construction projects, including large-scale commercial developments, high-end residential schemes, and student accommodation projects. * Your focus will be on winning high-value tenders and securing long-term business through strategic engagement with key influencers and decision-makers. * You will work closely with major contractors such as Mace, Kier, and Laing O\’Rourke, as well as top-tier developers including Vistry and Cala Homes. * This is a consultative sales role, involving regular engagement with C-level stakeholders and senior personnel including: Commercial Directors Procurement Managers Technical Directors Quantity Surveyors (QSs). * You will also be expected to build strong relationships with major architectural practices to drive early specification and ensure the company\’s façade systems are front-of-mind from design to installation. Key responsibilities include: * Identifying and developing high-value opportunities across key market sectors * Managing and growing key accounts with Tier 1 contractors and national developers * Securing specifications and negotiating tenders for high-order-value façade solutions * Delivering a consultative, project-based sales approach with long-term relationship development * Working collaboratively with internal technical and commercial teams to ensure smooth project delivery and client satisfaction This role offers the chance to become a key part of a market-leading, high-growth business with a reputation for innovation, service excellence, and employee development. The Company – Area Sales Manager – Facades Our client is a market-leading organisation and manufacturer of building façade products, with annual revenues exceeding £220 million. As a rapidly growing and forward-thinking business, this is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic company that continues to go from strength to strength. Renowned for its commercial success and operational excellence, the business offers genuine stability and a clearly defined career development path for high-performing individuals. What sets this company apart is its commitment to nurturing talent; evidenced by the fact that the majority of its senior leadership team have progressed from within. As a sales-driven organisation, they are dedicated to supporting their commercial teams through industry-leading training, structured development, and a collaborative, high-performance culture. The Candidate for the Area Sales Manager role – Facades * 1 to 2 years of external sales experience within the construction industry either with a manufacturer, distributor, or builders merchant * A strong work ethic, competitive nature, and the desire to exceed targets and grow professionally * A professional, articulate, and personable demeanour, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels * A team-oriented approach, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills * A clear passion for learning and a long-term commitment to career development within a market leader * A stable work history that demonstrates reliability and progression The package for the Area Sales Manager Facades * £40,000 to £45,000 base salary, plus uncapped commission, top performers earn six figures * Company car or cash allowance, laptop and mobile phone * Fantastic company benefits including, pension and life assurance * 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Ref: CPJ1701