Area Sales Manager

Ref: AS3427744

Manchester, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Motor Finance Sales
• Dealer Relationship Management
• Revenue Growth

About the candidate

A driven sales professional with a strong background in the motor finance sector, bringing experience across business development, account management and dealer network growth. They have built a solid track record of developing long-term partnerships with automotive clients, maximising revenue from existing accounts and identifying new commercial opportunities.

They are confident working across regional territories, engaging with senior stakeholders and collaborating with internal teams to deliver a smooth customer experience. Available to start in 2 weeks and seeking a permanent opportunity, they would be well suited to a commercially focused sales role within automotive, finance or related sectors.

What makes them great?

• Proven Growth Delivery: Increased dealer acquisitions by around 30% year on year through proactive outreach and relationship-led selling.
• Revenue Focused: Delivered around 25% annual revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives and strong client engagement.
• Retention Mindset: Contributed to around a 15% increase in account renewals by focusing on service excellence, compliance and regular client reviews.

Areas of expertise

• Dealer Network Development: Experienced in building and expanding relationships with motor dealerships across defined sales territories.
• Business Development: Skilled in identifying new opportunities, creating targeted outreach plans and converting prospects into long-term partners.
• Account Management: Strong background in managing existing client portfolios, conducting business reviews and improving account retention.