West London- Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager
West London
£45,000- £55,000 basic
Company car, bonus scheme, 25 days holiday plus banks, laptop, phone and more

Overview We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Area Sales Manager to join our team in the plant hire industry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a mix of account management and new business development, covering West London and surrounding areas. The position involves a combination of on-the-road client visits and working from home, providing flexibility and variety in your day-to-day activities.

If you are a motivated sales professional with a proven track record in driving revenue growth and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities
As an Area Sales Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and growing an existing portfolio of accounts, ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the designated territory.
  • Developing and executing sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets.
  • Conducting regular client visits to build and maintain strong relationships.
  • Providing expert advice on plant hire solutions tailored to meet client needs.
  • Collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
  • Preparing and delivering sales reports, forecasts, and presentations to senior management.

Qualifications To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

  • Proven experience in a sales role, ideally within the plant hire or related industry.
  • Strong account management and business development skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.
  • A results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving and exceeding targets.
  • Full UK driving license.
  • Proficiency in using CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Day-to-Day Your typical day will involve:

  • Visiting clients across West London and surrounding areas to strengthen relationships and identify new opportunities.
  • Working from home to plan your sales activities, prepare proposals, and follow up on leads.
  • Collaborating with internal teams to ensure client requirements are met.
  • Attending industry events or networking opportunities to expand your professional connections.
  • Monitoring your sales pipeline and updating progress in the CRM system.

Benefits
We value our employees and offer a competitive package, including:

  • A basic salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • A performance-based bonus scheme to reward your achievements.
  • A company car to support your on-the-road activities.
  • 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • A company-provided phone and laptop to support your work.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are ready to take the next step in your sales career and thrive in a role that combines autonomy, variety, and the chance to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. SER-IN

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