At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage 400 accounts, focusing on sales and relationship growth in the industrial sector.
- Company: Established UK manufacturer with a strong reputation and high staff retention.
- Benefits: Up to £40,000 salary, uncapped bonuses, 25 days holiday, and hybrid work options.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy in your role with a collaborative leadership team.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team where your contributions are valued and career growth is encouraged.
- Qualifications: Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in industrial or engineering fields.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 48000 £ per year.
Area Sales Manager Industrial / Engineering Components Established UK Manufacturer | Strong Existing Account Base | Excellent Staff Retention
Area: Scotland & North East
The Role of Area Sales Manager
- Responsible for managing a portfolio of approximately 400 accounts across a defined territory
- Selling industrial / engineering components into a mix of end users and trade partners
- 50% of your time focused on OEM customers
- 50% managing and growing relationships with established distributors and re-sellers (e. g. Eriks, Key Industrial, BSL, etc.)
- Engaging with a variety of stakeholders including Production Managers, Engineers, and Buyers
- 75% of your focus will be on existing businessdeveloping current accounts and converting warm inbound enquiries
- Tasked with growing an area currently generating circa £800K turnover
- Supported by an internal team for quotes, lead generation, and customer service
- Full autonomy to manage your diary and develop your area with the backing of a respected brand (2/3 days field / 2/3 days WFH)
About the Company hiring an Area Sales Manager Our client is a well-established UK manufacturer of industrial /engineering components, with over 50 years of heritage, known for delivering high-quality engineered solutions across a broad range of industries both domestically and internationally.
With a reputation built on service, reliability, and innovation, the business continues to experience strong growth and customer loyalty.
As an employer, they offer a stable and supportive environment where employees are genuinely valued.
Staff retention is exceptionally high, with many team members having built long-term careers within the business, reflecting a culture that rewards dedication and promotes from within.
This is a company that empowers its sales team, offering autonomy, ongoing training, and the backing of a trusted brand.
Area Sales Managers benefit from clear career progression opportunities, a collaborative leadership team, and a culture that encourages ownership and long-term success.
- The Candidate for the Area Sales Manager role
- Proven background in B2B sales, ideally with an industrial or engineering bias
- A practical thinker with a solutions-led approach to customer needs
- Strong and stable sales track record consistent performance and territory development
- Dynamic, self-motivated, and able to work independently while being a team player
- Confident in managing a varied customer base and building long-term relationships
- The Package on offer for the Area Sales Manager
- Basic salary up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)
- Uncapped quarterly bonus realistic earnings of £5,000£6,000+ per year
- Additional 10% of salary bonus for achieving a stretch target
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Hybrid company car or car allowance
- Laptop, phone, and full business expenses covered
- Ref CPJ1741
- The Package on offer for the Area Sales Manager
- Basic salary up to £40,000 (dependent on experience)
- Uncapped quarterly bonus realistic earnings of £5,000£6,000+ per year
- Additional 10% of salary bonus for achieving a stretch target
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Hybrid company car or car allowance
- Laptop, phone, and full business expenses covered
