Area Sales Executive

Posted:	10/06/26
Recruiter:	McCarthy Recruitment
Reference:	3120665054
Type:	Permanent
Industry:	Automotive, Construction, Construction, Energy / Utlities, IT, Legal, Recruitment, Business Services
Salary:	£35,000 - £40,000 Annual
Location:	Lancashire
Description:	Job Title: Area Sales Manager Location: North West (Field-Based) Salary: Up to 40,000 + Commission + Car Role: Permanent Full Time Build Relationships. Win New Business. Own Your Territory. Are you a driven salesperson who enjoys getting out into the market, meeting customers and creating new opportunities? We're recruiting for an Area Sales Manager to join a well-established and growing business within the building materials and home improvement sector. With a strong product offering and an ambitious growth strategy, this is an exciting opportunity to make your mark across the North West. This isn't a role where you'll inherit a full order book. As an Area Sales Manager, you'll have the autonomy to develop your own territory, build long-term customer relationships and play a key role in driving the business forward. Whether you're calling on builders merchants, trade counters, contractors, developers or installers, you'll be the face of the business across your region. What You'll Be DoingAs an Area Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for: Developing and growing your sales territory across the North West Identifying and winning new business opportunities Building strong relationships with builders merchants, trade customers, contractors and local businesses Growing existing customer accounts and increasing product awareness Visiting customers regularly to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions Managing your own pipeline and planning effective sales activity Keeping up to date with market trends and competitor activity Working closely with internal teams to deliver an excellent customer experience What We're Looking ForWe're keen to speak with motivated sales professionals who enjoy building relationships and developing business opportunities. You'll ideally have: Experience in field sales, business development or external sales A proven track record of winning new business Confidence in building relationships with trade and commercial customers Strong territory planning and organisational skills A proactive and self-motivated approach A full UK driving licence Experience within building materials, builders merchants, home improvement, KBB, construction supplies or trade sales would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in speaking with ambitious salespeople who enjoy developing new opportunities. Why Join? This Area Sales Manager opportunity offers the chance to join a growing business where you'll have the freedom to make a genuine impact. You'll benefit from: Competitive basic salary of 35,000 - 40,000 Attractive commission structure Company vehicle Field-based autonomy and flexibility The opportunity to build and develop your own territory A supportive and collaborative team environment Long-term career progression within a growing business If you're looking for an Area Sales Manager role where your effort, ambition and relationship-building skills will directly influence your success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact McCarthy Recruitment for a confidential conversation. About us: This Area Sales Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role. Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online: Web: McCarthy Recruitment LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment Instagram: McCarthyrecruitment The Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.
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