Area Sales Managers

Area Sales Managers x 2
£50,000–£55,000 + Bonus
Essex/East Anglia OR Kent/Sussex
Our client is seeking a technically minded and commercially driven Area Sales Managers to manage and develop distributor relationships across Essex/East Anglia and Kent/Sussex. This role would suit someone currently working within plumbing, electrical, hardware, technical building products, or a related sector, with experience selling through distribution channels.
Key Responsibilities of the Area Sales Managers:
* Act as the primary technical and commercial contact for distributor partners across the region.
* Build strong, professional relationships with key distributor personnel and decision-makers.
* Support distributors with stock profiling, inventory management, and product range optimisation.
* Manage stock returns and stock cleansing activities in line with company procedures.
* Identify and develop opportunities with non-stocking distributors, working closely with internal sales teams to secure new stockists.
* Introduce and promote new product ranges into distributor networks.
* Deliver product training and technical support to distributor staff at basic to intermediate level.
* Coordinate contractor training sessions alongside distributors and technical engineers, particularly around new product launches and industry regulation updates.
* Attend relevant trade shows, industry exhibitions, and regional events.
* Generate and pass on project opportunities and contractor leads to Key Account Managers.
This is a field-based role, typically involving four days on the road and one day working from home for planning and administration. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager.
Territory Coverage:
Postcodes covered: CM, CO, IP, NR, SS
OR
Postcodes covered BN, TN, RH, CT, DA, RM and ME
Package as a Area Sales Managers:
* £50,000–£55,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
* Performance-related bonus
* Pension scheme
* Private medical insurance (single cover)
* Group income protection
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Holiday purchase scheme – option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days annually
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed