Area Sales Manager

• Established UK Manufacturer Strong Existing Account Base Excellent Staff Retention

Area Sales Manager - (industrial products)

Area: South East

The Role of Area Sales Manager

• This is a field / home based role managing existing accounts in the South East.
• Selling industrial / engineering products into a distributors and manufacturers
• 50% of your time focused on OEM customers
• Engaging with a variety of stakeholders including Production Managers, Engineers, and Buyers
• As Area Sales Manager, you will focus will be on existing business developing current accounts and converting warm inbound enquiries
• Tasked with growing a well performing area that has strong pre-exisiting relationships
• As Area Sales Manager, you will be supported by an technical and internal sales support team that will support you when you are out in the road
• You will receive 'on-tap' support, whist enjoying full autonomy to manage your diary and develop your area with the backing of a respected brand.

About the Company hiring an Area Sales Manager

Our client is a highly respected UK manufacturer of industrial products, with more than five decades of expertise supplying robust, engineered solutions to a wide variety of sectors. Built on a reputation for quality, dependability, and technical know-how, the business continues to enjoy consistent growth and strong customer loyalty across both the UK and international markets.

They are recognised for fostering a supportive and people-focused culture, where employees are genuinely valued and encouraged to build long-term careers. Staff retention is excellent, with many colleagues progressing into senior roles thanks to a culture that rewards commitment and promotes from within.

For sales professionals, this is an environment that offers autonomy, trust, and the tools to succeed. Area Sales Managers are given the flexibility to manage their own regions while being backed by strong internal support, structured development opportunities, and the credibility of a respected name in the industrial sector.

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 10- 12K
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid company car or car allowance
• Laptop, phone, and full business expenses covered

Ref : CPJ1749