Area Sales Manager Area Sales Manager – Agricultural Dairy Sector - North England (Carlisle region) up to South Scotland (Dumfries region) The Company: My client is a leading provider of innovative dairy farming solutions, specialising in high-quality cow comfort, housing, and herd management systems. With a strong reputation across the agricultural sector, they are committed to helping farmers improve productivity, animal welfare, and operational efficiency. The Job: We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Area Sales Manager to join our growing team. You will be responsible for managing and developing sales within your designated territory, building strong relationships with farmers, dealers, and industry partners. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for the dairy industry and a proven track record in sales to make a real impact in a progressive and supportive business. We are looking for someone with a strong engineering and dairy agricultural background. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement a strategic sales plan for your territory - Identify and generate new business opportunities within the dairy sector - Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers - Conduct on-farm visits to assess needs and recommend tailored solutions - Work closely with distributors and partners to maximise market coverage - Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs - Provide market feedback and insights to support product development - Represent the company at agricultural shows, events, and exhibitions The Candidate: - Proven experience in a sales role (agricultural dairy experience essential) - Strong understanding of dairy farming or livestock management - Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills - Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven - Ability to work independently and manage your own territory - Full UK driving licence - Experience selling dairy agricultural equipment or systems - Existing network within the dairy farming community - Knowledge of cow comfort or housing solutions in the dairy sector The Package: - Competitive salary £30,000 – £40,000 with performance related bonus - Company vehicle or car allowance - Ongoing training and career development opportunities - Supportive and collaborative team environment - Opportunity to work with innovative products in a growing industry Please email your CV to James Caspersen, Recruitment Consultant, JCaspersen@agriRS.co.uk. Candidate Requirements All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering at www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X. About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors. Why Work With Us? With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value. Get in Touch Visit www.agriRS.com or speak to our specialist team on 44 (0)1905 345 155 to find out more. Connecting outstanding talent with leading organisations worldwide.