Area Sales Manager (South East)
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Haywards Heath |
| Area | Sussex, England |
| Sector | Lighting |
| Salary | £40k - 50k per year + commission + Company Car |
| Currency | gbp |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 134079 |
| Job Views | 5 |
- Description
Area Sales Manager - South East England
Salary - Up to £50,000 + Excellent % based commission structure and Company Car
Field-Based | Lighting Solutions
Our client is seeking an Area Sales Manager to join their growing sales team, responsible for selling innovative lighting solutions across the South East of England.
Territory Coverage
Postcodes include:
BN, BR, CR, CT, DA, KT3-6, KT9-10, KT18-24, NE, RH, SE, SM, TNThe Role
This is a field-based sales position where you will take full ownership of your territory, driving business growth through both new business development and existing account management.
You will be responsible for identifying, developing and maintaining relationships with:
- Specifiers
- Designers
- Electrical Wholesalers
- Contractors
- End Users
The role focuses on providing tailored lighting solutions, generating specifications, and managing projects from initial enquiry through to completion.
What They're Looking For
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Can truly own and deliver against an area sales target
- Is highly organised, proactive and able to show initiative
- Is a strong team player with the ability to communicate clearly across all areas of the business
- Has excellent attention to detail and the ability to think laterally
- Is capable of project managing opportunities from concept to completion
- Is confident presenting and comfortable speaking to groups
- Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Embraces new technologies and is confident conducting business online
(iPad proficiency is an advantage)
Background & Experience
- Extensive training will be provided, so candidates do not need prior lighting industry experience
- Applications are welcomed from sales professionals in related technical or construction-led sectors
- Candidates with a lighting design or engineering background are of particular interest
- Must be able to work remotely as part of a regional and national sales team
- A full UK driving licence is essential
The ideal individual will remain calm under pressure, be well organised, and demonstrate a genuine passion for success.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car
- Supportive working culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, innovation and fun
- Comprehensive training and ongoing development
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