* Experience in a field based role working with independent Builders Merchants
* Preferably experience within the electrical industry - not essential
* A real passion for sales and exemplary customer service
Area Sales Manager - London & SE
 
Competitive salary + car allowance + 50 % bonus earning potential
 
Private Medical Insurance, Pension EE contribution 3% / ER contribution 5%, Life Assurance x 2, SIP, 25 days annual leave entitlement + 8 BHs
 
 
Principle Responsibilities:                                    
A fantastic opportunity is now available for an experienced Area Sales Manager to join the ever-expanding  Team,  taking  responsibility for continuing the success and growth of the business with its distribution into the Builders
Merchant Sector
 
Working alongside and with the support of the National  Account  Manager, the successful candidate will take responsibility for managing existing and creating new business within the London & SE area, in addition to
developing major national accounts at store level as well as independent builders merchants and to work to increase distribution of the product portfolio.
 
Ideal Candidate                                 
Proven previous experience of field-based account management within the merchants sector is ESSENTIAL
 
Previous electrical industry experience is also preferred but not essential
 
A real passion for sales and exemplary customer service is a must
Highly self-motivated with a strong desire to exceed targets and achieve KPIs
You will be organised, reliable and able to work on your own initiative, as well as part of the wider Independents Team, to achieve personal, divisional and group targets
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise and deal with diverse tasks and work under pressure
Strong numeracy skills are required, as well as Excel knowledge to “intermediate” level
The willingness to take ownership of projects
A high level of professionalism in all areas