OAS is one of the largest UK providers of turf grass, plant health and soil solutions, offering knowledge and experience underpinned by research and development. We are a 100 strong team, working across the UK in sales, R&D, operations, warehousing, distribution and customer service ensuring the right people are on-hand to support you. Passionate about the sectors we work in, OAS offers quality choice, product innovation and technical support. The Technical Area Sales Manager (South Manchester, Cheshire and North Staffs) is responsible for selling complex technical products and services by combining deep product knowledge with strong interpersonal and sales skills within the golf and fine turf sectors. This role involves identifying customer needs, presenting tailored solutions, and supporting clients throughout the sales cycle. You will be expected to: Develop and grow sales within the primary business area by selling OAS product to grounds maintenance professionals across all aspects of the grounds maintenance industry Work with the Regional Sales Director to identify and develop business opportunities Deliver agreed sales target both in terms of volume (turnover) and profit margin Develop customer relations by calling to promote products and take orders where the opportunity arises Ensure actions arising from calls are followed up on in a timely manner and concluded by maintaining up-to-date records of customer visits Use company literature and promotional tools to maximise sales opportunities in agreement with Regional Sales Director Use company database to identify additional sales opportunities and agree development plan with Regional Sales Director When required contribute to product development and or marketing strategy Provide market feedback on competitor activity as appropriate as well as other products, service opportunities that may benefit Origin Amenity Solutions. Attend training events and or seminars, exhibitions as required – some overnight stays may be required Skills required: Have a strong desire to work in a commercial role, i.e. sales acumen, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, etc Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills Excellent presentational and communication skills A ‘can do’ attitude and self-motivation are essential in this role as it will require a lot of individual initiative and unsupervised work A strong team player with the ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team internally across operations/sites, sales support and administration and the sales and marketing teams Strong computer skills and working knowledge of MS Office functions, particularly Word, Excel and Powerpoint Clean UK driving licence, with willingness for large levels of travel and overnight stays as required A proactive and flexible approach BASIS and FACTS qualifications are not essential but, would be an advantage as the company has a policy of delivering these qualifications over time. It’s you we’re interested in At Origin, we want everyone to have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexuality, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity. Having a diverse and inclusive business is vital for our future success and that’s why we treat all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background or any other protected characteristic.