Area Sales Manager
hace 5 días
Derby
Area Sales Manager – East Midlands · Field Based Role · Industrial Valves & Flow Control – Valves, Actuators, Seals, Motors, Drives, etc. · Salary up to £59,000 + Bonus OTE 20% · Car/Car Allowance provided · Benefits include Pension (8% employer contribution), health plan, 25 days holiday, retail discounts. I’m working with a leading engineering business that’s looking to appoint an Area Sales Manager to cover the East Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded sales professional with strong knowledge of valves or flow control equipment to join a respected name in the sector. About the Role This is a customer-facing position that combines technical expertise with proactive sales development. You’ll take full ownership of the East Midlands territory, managing established accounts while driving new business opportunities. You will: • Provide technical sales support and expert advice on valve systems, including isolation, control, and safety solutions., • Maintain and strengthen long-term client relationships across all levels., • Develop new business through solution-based selling and strategic territory management., • Prepare accurate, detailed quotations and follow up to successfully convert enquiries., • Collaborate with internal engineers and commercial teams to deliver professional customer responses., • Monitor market trends and competitor activity to shape local sales strategy., • Promote approved service partners and support growth across the UK network., • Achieve agreed targets and report regularly on performance. About You The ideal candidate will be a technically confident salesperson with experience in valve, flow control, or industrial equipment sales. You’ll bring both commercial acumen and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset to the role. • Background in engineering or industrial equipment sales., • Strong knowledge of valves and flow control systems (e.g. isolation, control, safety)., • Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical information., • Highly organised with strong territory management and business planning skills., • Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK., • Professional, persistent, and relationship-oriented approach., • Confident user of Microsoft Office and CRM tools. The Package • Basic salary up to £59,000, • Up to 20% annual bonus, • 8% employer pension contribution, • Company car or car allowance, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Health and retail benefits, • Uniform and equipment provided If you’re an experienced technical sales professional who enjoys developing long-term relationships and driving growth within a field-based environment, this could be the ideal next step. To apply, please send your CV or contact me directly for a confidential conversation