Area Sales Manager

Are you a dynamic Area Sales Manager with a passion for business development and account management? I am working with a supplier of bespoke packaging who offer a wide range of packaging solutions to various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. Their product offerings are centred around flexible packaging, and they are seeking a dynamic sales professional who wants to widen their reach in the eastern part of the UK from North London to Yorkshire.

Area Sales Manager

Nottinghamshire – East UK

Salary: £40,000 - £52,000 (DOE) + Uncapped Commission (£80,000+)

Benefits: 23 days holiday plus bank which rises to 28, health care, life insurance, hybrid car or car allowance, credit card, phone, laptop etc.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Developing an existing portfolio of customers, but with a focus on new business developing the Eastern part of the UK Yorkshire/North London. 80-20% leaning towards new business.  
• Find new customers by developing the areas provided by following up on leads, finding new accounts, using social media, recommendations and referrals.
• Client Engagement: Manage and strengthen relationships with key clients, ensuring high levels of service and support.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless client experiences and effective account management.
• Growth Strategy: Contribute to the ongoing growth of new accounts brought on by cross-selling and up-selling.
• Customer Service Excellence: Proactively manage client needs, resolving any issues swiftly and ensuring high satisfaction levels.

Essential

• Proven experience as a business development manager who is capable of developing leads that are passed on and then converting.
• Finding new business through social media, referral, recommendation
• Managing and nurturing relationships from cradle to grave.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service and delivering effective solutions.
• Ideally, you will have a background in packaging/distribution, but professionals with strong account management or customer service experience will be considered.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that is driving innovation in the packaging industry. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, then please contact (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed) for more information.