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Area Sales Manager

Ref: AS7072531

Manchester, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sales Growth
  • Expert Client Relations
  • Technical Product Proficiency

About the candidate

The candidate is an accomplished Area Sales Manager with around five years of comprehensive experience in sales, especially within the industrial assembly and engineering sectors. Their career trajectory illustrates robust growth from foundational roles to more strategic positions, concentrated on expanding market share and enhancing business development. This journey has notably been marked by their proactive engagement with decision-makers across diverse technical environments, maximizing business opportunities and nurturing pivotal relationships.

Possessing a strong background in engineering, the candidate offers a rare blend of technical acumen and sales proficiency. Their expertise in managing the full sales cycle, underscored by a strategic grasp of manufacturing processes and value-based selling, empowers organisations to significantly boost productivity and cost-efficiency. This balance of skills makes them particularly adept in environments that require a deep understanding of technical products and client needs.

What makes them great?

  • Business Growth Facilitator: Spearheaded initiatives that realised a 20% increase in sales year-over-year by effectively identifying and converting new business opportunities within the manufacturing sector.
  • Client Relationship Builder: Developed and sustained strong relationships with key decision-makers, enhancing client retention and business expansion.
  • Strategic Communicator: Known for excellent communication and influencing skills which are instrumental in navigating and succeeding in complex sales cycles.

Areas of expertise

  • Value-Based Selling: Expert in leveraging product benefits to meet customer-specific needs, enhancing client acquisition and satisfaction.
  • Pipeline Management: Demonstrated ability in overseeing sales pipeline with effective use of CRM systems, leading to a consistent increase in new business.
  • Technical Product Understanding: Strong foundation in the technical aspects of engineering products which facilitates successful client negotiations and solutions.