Job Description

Area Sales Manager - Cardiff

Why join ERIKS?

At ERIKS UK&I, our Sales team is focused on building lasting, value-driven relationships in addition to developing existing accounts and identifying prospective new business across a wide range of industries. We do more than offer products -- we provide tailored solutions that help our customers succeed. Our team brings together diverse skills and perspectives, and we believe this makes us stronger. By working collaboratively and inclusively, we deliver expert advice, understand unique customer needs, and create meaningful impact.

We're committed to equity, respect, and integrity -- both in how we work with each other and how we support our customers. Sales at ERIKS is about connection, partnership, and purpose.

About the Role:

- Manage a portfolio of accounts across various industry sectors to achieve long-term success.

- Exceed core product sales targets in line with the company strategy to achieve annual sales growth and profit targets for a geographical region.

- Focus on driving all allocated customers within territory to transact digitally to deliver long lasting, sustainable and profitable business for ERIKS.

- Setup regular F-2-F meetings with key stakeholders within existing and newly identified clients within target market sectors.

- Develop and build strong working relationships with customers at various levels within our customers organisations.

- Identify and develop business with new customers through engagement with colleagues and by utilising CRM systems, etc.

- Generate sales plans to enable ERIKS to penetrate new customers and increase our share of wallet by undertaking white space analysis.

- Proficient in sales administration, pipeline management and call reporting.

- Attend regular calls / meetings with Regional Sales Leader to provide detailed report on activities and plans for defined territory.

Key Skills, Experience & Requirements:

- Self-motivated, positive, and enthusiastic personality.

- Knowledge of the UK MRO market or relevant engineering experience is required.

- Knowledge of ERIKS core product offering (Power Transmission, Fluid Power, Flow Control, Bearings, Seals) would be advantageous.

- Ability to create and deliver presentations to clients as required.

- Entrepreneurial mind set - ability to identify sales opportunities.

- Hunter mentality.

- A business mind that can demonstrate a fast acting, professional approach and the desire to win.

- Strong team player with a positive 'can-do' attitude who will be able to work with the wider ERIKS business to ensure best in class service and drive profitable growth.

- Keen to understand, learn and develop.

- Ethical individual who will uphold and promote ERIKS Values & Philosophy.

What's in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary, our benefits package is designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life beyond work:

Time Off That Works for You

25 days' annual leave + bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 extra days 1 paid wellbeing day per year

Health & Wellbeing

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support Virtual GP access, counselling, nutrition & fitness coaching, physiotherapy Medical second opinions, lifestyle coaching, and wellness discounts

Security & Support

Company sick pay from day one Contributory pension scheme Group income protection (after qualifying period)*
Life assurance

Extra Perks

Company car or allowance (role dependent) Bonus Private Medical - Employee Only Cover Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave Fertility leave and support

Who are we?

We're ERIKS, a leading specialised industrial service provider. Our mission? Simple: to make

Industry Work Better.

With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, you're never far from a supportive, inclusive team. From shop floors to strategic roles, your skills make a difference wherever you are.

We're proud of our engineering heritage, but our impact goes far beyond the workshop. We deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise to keep industry moving forward.

We're building a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Diversity, inclusion and belonging aren't just words, they're central to who we are and how we grow. If you're looking for purpose, opportunity, and a place to belong, you'll find it here.

So... what are you waiting for?

Let's build something remarkable together.

ERIKS is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

INDJT

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: Remote

Reference ID: R0012661