Area Sales Manager (North West)

Area Sales Manager (North West)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid, primarily fieldwork).

Salary: £40K - £45K base + Commission.

We're working exclusively with an industry leader that designs, manufactures and distributes a range of precision-engineered hardware solutions that bring furniture and home-improvement projects to life.

From soft-close hinges to sliding and folding door systems, and drawer solutions to name but a few, their stylish innovations inspire designers and architects, and have re-defined the capabilities of the furniture and appliances we use every day.

We are looking for an accomplished, business development-focused, Area Sales Manager (ASM) to become an integral part of the UK team.

The ASM will be responsible for sales in the North West of England and North Wales with a primary focus on the western half of the M62 corridor.

They will maintain and grow business with a significant portfolio of existing customers, as well as hunt and convert new business with new customers.

The team is proud and protective of its human-centric culture, therefore they aren't looking for a bullish, fast-paced sales individual, but a brand ambassador who will represent the brand professionally and positively, creating and nurturing long-term relationships with existing and prospective accounts.

The Person:

• Accomplished sales/business development professional.
  
  Minimum of 3 years' sales experience.


• Must be highly commercially aware and have a growth mindset.


• Must have the ability to gain, retain and employ technical knowledge to assist customers.


• Experience of supplying goods to B2B customers is essential.
  
  B2C experience is beneficial.


• Experience of the furniture fittings market is not essential but preferred.


• Team player who can work with a multi-national team to deliver excellent customer service.


• Trustworthy individual, with integrity and initiative.


• Open-minded with a will to learn.


• Highly computer literate.
  
  Experience of working with SalesForce or similar CRM systems is beneficial.


• Positive, creative, self-starter, who is comfortable working independently.


• Excellent relationship-building skills.

The Role:

• The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day relationship with their customers.


• They will manage their time and prioritise their visit schedule to secure profitable business.


• The ASM will work closely with the Internal Sales Team to process orders and deliver excellent customer service.


• They will utilize in-depth knowledge of company products and client requirements to develop opportunities with new and existing customers.


• The ASM will understand the current market landscape to ascertain competitive advantages and create strategic plans for advancement.

To be considered for this opportunity please send your CV.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to everything that we do.

We are committed to these values and they are central to our mission.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.