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Area Sales Manager – North West England - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Car Allowance
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Posted 23 October Salary Competitive salary DOE + Bonus + Car Allowance LocationManchester Job type Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services, Senior, High Level & International ReferenceLD -
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Area Sales Manager
Area Sales Manager – North West England - Competitive Salary + Bonus + Car Allowance
The Job:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and commercially focused Area Sales Manager to join a forward thinking and innovative packaging solutions provider.
This is a hands on, field-based role where you’ll be responsible for managing existing customer relationships, identifying and securing new business opportunities and delivering tailored, sustainable packaging solutions across a range of sectors.
You’ll play a key part in driving business growth across the North West region, combining a strategic mindset with a practical, customer-first approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop long term relationships with new and existing customers
- Identify, pursue and win new business opportunities in line with company objectives
- Understand customer requirements and deliver innovative, value adding packaging solutions
- Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure seamless project delivery
- Track market trends, competitor activity and customer needs to inform strategy
- Deliver accurate sales forecasts, budgets and performance reports
- Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events
The Company:
A well established, independently owned packaging solutions business known for its innovation, flexibility and customer service excellence. Evolving from a manufacturing heritage to a trusted independent supplier, the business partners with a global network of producers to deliver high quality, sustainable packaging across diverse industries. With a strong reputation for integrity and teamwork, the company fosters an open, supportive culture that values creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Employees are empowered to make a difference and contribute to shared success.
The Candidate:
- Proven track record in B2B sales — ideally within packaging, FMCG, agricultural or industrial sectors
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to identify and convert new opportunities
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
- Consultative and customer centric approach
- Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently
- Comfortable travelling regularly across the region
Desirable:
- Experience with packaging or related technical products
- Strong analytical mindset and ability to interpret data and trends
- Collaborative, team focused approach
The Package:
- Competitive salary DOE
- Performance-related incentives and bonus structure
- Company car or car allowance
- Pension scheme and standard employee benefits
- Full training and professional development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Supportive team culture within a growing, innovative business