* Selling to independent garden centres * High quality range with National Trust endorsement * Quality over quantity environment with total autonomy Job Description: Area Sales Manager This is a unique sales role offered by a quality employer that combines account management with new stockist acquisition. You will be their only Representative in the South of the UK and able to define your own sales area broadly within a 90 mile radius of your home. Responsibilities will include: * Visiting existing customers and prospecting in the same area. * Working with garden centre customers on range, displays, pricing and promotions. * Providing merchandising support and retail staff training. * Conducting seasonal business reviews and securing additional retail space. * Manage own diary to maximise effective selling time About the Company: A leading European manufacturer with strong environmental credentials that supplies products to 200 garden centres in the Uk and is enjoying rapid sales growth with multiples, buying groups and independents. The only supplier in its category to be endorsed by the National Trust.