Area Sales Manager - South

Area Sales Manager - South UK

Our client is the leading wood panel board manufacturer, with their UK operations being based in Wrexham, North Wales.

They're known for delivering exceptional products and creating long-lasting relationships with clients. With a strong history of growth and opportunity, they are now seeking a passionate and experienced Area Sales Manager to join their dynamic sales team in the South of the UK

Main duties and responsibilities

As the Area Sales Manager, you will play a key role in driving sales and expanding our clients footprint across the South of the UK. You will be responsible for managing existing client relationships, generating new business, to exceed targets. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing region and further develop your career in sales leadership.

Main responsibilities:

• Sales of all Kronospan panel products to existing and new customers in the region, according to agreed strategy & monthly sales targets.
• Liaising with internal sales & production about customer needs & lead times.
• Ensuring the CRM system is updated & maintained.
• Working to agreed Activity and Revenue targets
• Control pricing and deliveries for customers
• Take responsibility for allocated key and target accounts and customers
• Prepare visit reports detailed competitor information prices, volumes, portfolio; customer potential update, tasks
• Prepare offers
• Distribute up to date marketing and promotional materials among customers

Requirements

• Proven experience in a sales over a period of 3 or more years.
• Strong understanding of the decorative, furniture and construction industries in the South of the UK.
• A results-driven approach with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate a sales team.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving license and the ability to travel within the region.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage your own schedule.

The offer

This is a full time, permanent position offering a competitive Salary, Car allowance & Bonus.