Area Sales Manager in Bristol, Gloucestershire

Leading manufacturer of plaster fillers and adhesives for the B2B market is looking to increase its UK market share and therefore is recruiting  a motivated and customer-focused Area Sales Manager (Preferred Location: Bristol, Swindon, Oxford, South Birmingham) to join their team. The Area Sales manager  is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships, responding to client inquiries and proactively generating sales through face-to-face visits, telephone, email, and other communication channels. You will report to the UK Sales Director.

ROLE of the Area Sales Manager: 

• Maintaining and growing existing accounts, maintaining regular contact and meeting with customers predominantly in person to review accounts. 60-75% travel expected in role.
• Expanding our client’s  presence in the Sales Territory.
• Developing and executing a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed revenue targets in the assigned territory.
• Identifying, qualifying and managing new business opportunities in existing customers.
• Working in partnership with other members of the Sales Team, in order to successfully develop and complete new business opportunities.
• Promoting and selling new products.
• Providing  routine day-to-day support, both technical and operational, to customers.

PROFILE: 

• Proven experience as an Area Sales Manager or Territory Manager, or Field Sales Manager, preferably within the construction or painting/decorating materials industry or distribution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse clients.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets consistently.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while managing a regional territory.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tailor solutions to meet client needs.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full UK driving licence.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Up to £48k pa according to experience  with commission/bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, and pension benefits.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization.