Area: Kent / Essex / East Sussex
The Role of Area Sales Manager
An Area Sales Manager is required by a leading manufacturer of premium bathroom products due to promotion.
* Growing regional sales across merchants, distributors, and showrooms
* Developing existing accounts and activating new business opportunities
* Increasing stock levels, product visibility, and branch engagement
* Delivering product demonstrations, trade mornings, and training sessions
* Managing a structured call plan with consistent field activity
* Working with contractors and installers to influence pull‑through demand
* Maintaining accurate pipeline management, CRM updates, and forecasting
This opportunity suits an Area Sales Manager who enjoys autonomy, time in the field, and building strong customer relationships.
Company
Our client has some of the best staff retention levels in the market, has independently won awards including Best Places to Work, and consistently develops entry‑level and mid‑level sales talent. They invest heavily in people, products, and marketing, and promote a strong work‑life balance, realistic expectations, and a supportive culture.
Candidate Requirements
* Sales experience with a strong foundation (18 months B2B sales experience).
* Strong relationship‑building and organisation skills.
* Proactive approach with a proven track record in account relationship management.
* Capable of prioritising key accounts and running a structured call plan.
* Experience delivering product demonstrations, trade mornings, and showroom training.
* Strong organisational skills, including CRM and pipeline discipline.
* Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
Package
* Up to £38,000 basic salary
* 20% OTE
* Hybrid car
* 25 days annual leave
* 8% matched pension
* Healthcare and life assurance
* Continued personal development plan
* Clear internal progression routes (Senior Area Sales Manager, Key Accounts, National roles)
* Full onboarding, product training, and ongoing professional development
* Supportive, award‑winning culture with excellent brand reputation
Ref: CPJ1852
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