Area Sales Manager

Rare opportunity for a FIELD SALES candidate from any background to join a market leader Area Sales Manager – Commercial Building products Solutions Area: South West - TR, PL, EX, TQ, TA, DT, BH The Role of Area Sales Manager * This is a field and home based sales position. * As Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for promoting a specialist range of commercial building products used across a variety of non-residential projects including education, healthcare, leisure, transport and office environments. Key responsibilities include: * Working at early project stage to support design teams and influence product selection * Engaging with multiple stakeholders across the construction and design process * Managing a mix of new business development, project tracking and account management activity * Progressing opportunities from initial enquiry through to specification and order stage * Building and maintaining relationships with architects, consultants, main contractors, local authorities and installers * Providing product support and guidance to assist with decision making during project development This is a consultative sales role requiring strong relationship building skills and a structured approach to managing a live pipeline of projects. The Company Our client is an established international manufacturer supplying commercial building products into the wider construction sector. The business operates across multiple markets and has a strong reputation for product quality, reliability and long term performance. Key strengths include: * Long established international presence * Strong reputation for consistency and product performance * Well embedded within the construction supply chain * Close working relationships with design and delivery professionals across non-residential projects * Commitment to structured training, development and long term career progression The Candidate * We are looking for someone with field sales experience and a consistent, stable track record of success. * You do not need experience within the construction or building products sector, as full training will be provided. Key attributes include: * Commercially minded with a proactive approach to sales * Comfortable engaging with technical or solution-based products * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Ability to manage long and complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders * Naturally inquisitive with a willingness to learn and develop The Package * £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience * £12.5K OTE * Hybrid company car * Health * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 30 with service * 5% employer pension contribution Ref: CPJ1837