At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and execute sales strategies while building strong B2B relationships.
- Company: Join a leading £1 billion UK manufacturer in the lighting industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, company car, and training support.
- Other info: Work independently and enjoy a dynamic role with excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth.
- Qualifications: 2-5 years of external sales experience, ideally in lighting or cabling.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 55000 £ per year.
A market-leading £1 billion UK manufacturing and distribution group is looking for a motivated Area Sales Manager to join their dynamic team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where you can make an impact and build strong B2B relationships with customers across the South East (with a focus on the Home Counties and London).
You'll be joining a leading manufacturer and distributor of lighting products belonging to a global group of companies who employ over 1,700 people throughout the UK.
They are a well-established business with a fantastic reputation and are a key supplier to the UK electrical wholesale and electrical contractor market.
- Role Responsibilities
- Develop and
- Execute
- Sales
Strategy: Create and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with business goals and sales forecasts.
Consider new product launches, promotions, market trends, and competitor activities within the wholesale/contractor sector.
- Strengthen
- Key
- Customer
Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing key customer accounts.
Collaborate closely with these customers to effectively meet their needs and identify opportunities for mutual profitable growth.
- Maximise
- Sales
Opportunities: Proactively seek new business opportunities and convert them into profitable sales.
Identify and capitalize on potential sales avenues to enhance revenue.
- Plan and
- Report
- Sales
Activities: Plan, forecast, and report sales activities within your designated area.
Track performance against KPIs and adjust strategies as needed to achieve targets.
- Collaborate with
- Internal
Teams: Work collaboratively and foster strong relationships with all internal departments and stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and support for sales initiatives.
- Drive
- Product
Innovation: Be at the forefront of introducing and promoting innovative new products to market.
Champion new solutions that meet customer needs and give the business a competitive edge.
Rewards An an Area Sales Manager, you will receive
- A starting salary between £40,000 - £55,000
- An uncapped profit share bonus
- A package including a company car, laptop and mobile phone
- Training and ongoing support
- Membership of the company's excellent pension scheme
- Opportunities to progress with the business and wider group
- Requirements To be successful in this Area Sales Manager role, you should have:
- 2-5 years of experience within an external sales role with responsibility for wholesale and contractor accounts
- A background in lighting or cabling would be ideal
- Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- Self-motivation and a proactive attitude
- The ability to work independently, manage your own schedule, and prioritise tasks effectively
- A full UK driving licence
Think you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more!
