Area Sales Manager – North EastHours - Monday to Friday 37.5 hrsSalary - £Competitive DOEOur client, a leader in industrial process instrumentation, is seeking a results-drivenArea Sales Manager (ASM) to lead sales activities across the North East region of the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and innovative business that values expertise, initiative, and customer focus.
As the Area Sales Manager, you will play a key role in expanding their presence across your territory. You’ll manage and grow key accounts, identify new business opportunities, and act as the trusted advisor to clients in a wide range of industries. Your performance will directly influence the company's market share, brand reputation, and bottom-line results.
The role ...- Lead sales across a defined territory (NE, DH, SR, DL, TS, YO, HU, DN)
- Develop and grow long-term strategic accounts, including global and parent company accounts
- Identify and win new business through targeted prospecting and lead follow-up
- Deliver against monthly and annual sales targets aligned with the company’s strategic goals
- Implement sales and marketing initiatives within your region
- Maintain accurate records via CRM and contribute to sales reporting and forecasting
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and customer strategies
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure best-in-class customer service and project delivery
About You:- ONC in Electrical/Instrumentation (Degree in Engineering is a plus)
- Proven experience in field sales, preferably in industrial or technical environments
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and capable of working autonomously
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Comfortable with occasional overnight stays and flexible working hours
What's on offer ... In addition to a competitive salary and bonus structure, other benefits include:-
- 24 days annual leave (rising with service) + Birthday leave
- Option to sell unused holiday
- Company car
- Pension scheme & life assurance (4x salary)
- Private medical insurance and health cash plan
- Enhanced sick pay
- Professional subscriptions paid
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Hybrid working – from home and the field
- Full business IT kit for home-based work
If you’re a dynamic sales professional with a passion for technology and customer success, we want to hear from you. Please apply here, or call Kim to discuss further.
