The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) is responsible for managing and growing sales within a defined territory, focusing on both stock and residential new-build systems to the electrical wholesale trade: SY, LL, DE, SK, CW, WA, M, OL, L, PR, BB, LA and CA., Territory Management & Growth:
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Strategically manage the defined territory to maximise the sales opportunities and achieve revenue goals.
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Develop and execute plans to grow sales of ventilation systems and electrical products within the electrical wholesale market.
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Drive consistent growth in the region by identifying new business opportunities and expanding the customer base.
Sales Development:
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Sell high-quality stock products to electrical wholesalers, identifying opportunities to upsell, cross sell from competitors.
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Develop residential new-build system sales in partnership with electrical wholesalers by understanding project requirements and advising on suitable solutions.
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Build and maintain long-term relationships with wholesalers and developers to drive repeat business.
Technical Expertise & Consultation:
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Advise customers on the technical specifications and practical installation of ventilation systems.
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Provide solutions to ventilation enquiries, ensuring compliance with the building regulations and customer confidence.
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Deliver product demonstrations and training sessions to wholesalers and their teams.
Organisational Excellence:
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Maintain an organized approach to managing the territory, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
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Keep accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and territory performance in CRM software.
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Regularly update forecasts and pipeline information, providing clear insights to senior management.
Proven Sales Growth:
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Demonstrate a track record of developing a region by consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
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Showcase achievements in customer acquisition, upselling, and cross-selling in previous roles.
Collaboration & Reporting:
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Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and technical support, to deliver seamless customer service.
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Collaborate with logistics and customer service teams to ensure smooth product delivery and customer satisfaction.
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Provide detailed call reports on a weekly basis to the Sales Director.
The role requires a proven ability to develop a sales region, maintain strong relationships with our electrical wholesaler customers, and effectively manage the territory.
In addition to having strong territory management skills the role requires a successful candidate to think on their feet, providing expert advice on the technical specifications and practical installation of ventilation systems. Technical product training is provided.
This position requires a minimum of three years of sales experience, within the manufacturing/wholesale channel, strong organizational skills, and a proven track record of growing a territory and delivering consistent results., * Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a sales role, within the manufacturing/wholesale channel. Demonstratable success in territory management and technical product sales.
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Product Knowledge: Familiarity with ventilation systems, electrical products, and their practical applications is preferable however training will be provided.
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Sales Acumen: Proven ability to grow revenue, secure new accounts, and expand existing relationships.
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Technical Skills: Ability to understand and explain technical specifications and installation requirements.
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Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management abilities to effectively cover the assigned region.
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Territory Management: Expertise in analysing territory performance, setting priorities, and achieving regional goals.
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Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
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Technical Proficiency: Competence in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and other sales tools., * Highly motivated and results-oriented, with a strong drive to succeed.
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Proactive and adaptable, with excellent problem-solving skills.
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Professional and approachable, capable of building trust with customers and colleagues alike.
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Capable of working independently while maintaining alignment with company goals.
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Salary: £35k – 40k
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Quarterly and annual bonuses, up to £29k per year.
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Fully expensed executive company car and fuel card
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Mobile phone, tablet and laptop
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Annual leave – 25 days and bank holidays
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Company Pension
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Life Assurance
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Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
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Employee Referral Scheme
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Quarterly Employee Awards
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Ongoing training & development
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Team and company social events
Contact Detail:
National Ventilation Recruiting Team