Area Sales Manager – South East

Posted by Tom Austen on August 2, 2017

We have been retained to recruit an exceptional Area Sales Manager for our client – a leading producer of added value wood based panels, located in Essex and with 200,000ft² of space dedicated to handling, storage and production.

They are seeking an experienced Sales Manager with 3 – 4 years sales experience, ideally within the broader timber/building materials industry to grow and develop business into target markets. Reporting to the Commerical Director you will be proactively generating new business by selling into various industrial sectors while maintaining strong customer relationships with existing clients.

The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of sheet materials and panel products such as plywood, OSB, MDF, MFC and chipboard – though this is not essential as full training will be given. The candidate should possess the ability to work without constant supervision and must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and commercial groups at all levels. You must be keen, driven and highly motivated with the willingness to succeed.

Performance Objectives:

• Maintaining and increasing sales to key markets.
• Monitor customer activity and respond accordingly, providing technical information and assistance to customers.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Promote products and services to potential customers.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales person who will drive sales and is eager to succeed. Our client is willing to offer a very attractive basic salary along with a bonus scheme, pension and company car.

To apply please send an up to date CV to natalie@mmexec.co.uk.

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