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Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment
Location:
Exeter, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
13.04.2025
Expiry Date:
28.05.2025
Job Description:
Up to £55,000 DOE + Bonus | Company Car (Hybrid/Electric) | Field based – Exeter / Bristol ideal
Are you a results-driven sales professional with a passion for the hospitality and foodservice industry? Do you have a proven track record of managing distributor relationships and driving regional sales growth?
We are working with a market-leading organisation in the sector, seeking a dynamic Regional Sales Manager to expand market presence across the Southwest, covering the M5 corridor.
Role
As Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for growing business within your designated territory. You’ll develop strategic partnerships with distributors and end-users, ensuring strong sales performance and increased market share. This is a field-based role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Regional Sales Manager responsibilities include:
1. Drive Sales Growth - Achieve monthly and annual targets through effective distributor management and direct end-user sales
2. Develop Key Accounts - Build strong relationships with distributors, hospitality clients, and foodservice operators to maximise business opportunities
3. Strategic Business Planning - Implement tailored growth strategies for both regional and national distributors
4. Market Representation - Act as a brand ambassador at client meetings, industry events, and promotional activities
5. Data-Driven Decision Making - Maintain accurate CRM records and analyse sales data to drive performance
The ideal Regional Sales Manager:
1. Proven sales experience within the hospitality or foodservice industry
2. Strong relationship-building skills with distributors, key accounts, and end-users
3. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and consultative selling skills
4. Confidence in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, with an analytical mindset
5. Ideally based in Exeter or Bristol, with flexibility to cover the Southwest region
Your Benefits include but are not limited to:
1. Competitive salary up to £55,000 DOE + bonus
2. Company car for business travel (plug in hybrid or electric)
3. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
4. Flexible, field-based role.
If you're a proactive sales leader with the ability to develop key partnerships and deliver exceptional results, this role is for you!
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
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