Armeg Ltd are the UK's leading manufacturer of performance quality power tool drilling accessories in the UK. We have been designing and making products since 1973. Everything we make is a product of quality materials or rigorous quality control, but true expertise, insight, and knowledge. Over the years, we've created products that have revolutionised the way professionals work. We are now seeking a Northern Area Sales Manager to be instrumental in driving our growth, development, and expansion.
PURPOSE OF JOB
This role is about managing local dealer relationships as part of a distribution-based sales model. You will report to the National Sales Manager whilst you secure, manage, develop, and maintain a portfolio of clients. Experience in both the Power Tool Accessory and Electrical Wholesale markets would be an advantage. The role base would ideally be M62 corridor and will involve travel across the territory for client meetings/presentations and contributing to exhibitions and customer trade days. Over the last few years Armeg has successfully delivered year on year sales growth and the ideal candidate will be able to continue this success through a well-managed dealer development strategy. A focus on establishing distribution for new products and the ability to exploit the growth in Armeg brand awareness are essential objectives.
As a key member of our UK field sales team, you will enjoy contributing to the sales development of the business and value a close team-work approach with other commercial functions, as part of a friendly and supportive team.
You will ensure the implementation of that strategy follows a pragmatic approach, aligned with business priorities and the organisations on-going evolution and development.
KEY BUSINESS PRIORITIES:
To deliver quality, reliable products to our clients
To build lasting relationships with our clients
To champion customer service, understanding the clients' requirements and being proactive in providing trustworthy, reliable and innovative solutions
AREA SALES PRIORITES
Drive business growth and development through strong client relationships
Promote the innovation and production of new products to new and existing clients via a solution-based sales approach
Deliver exceptional service to internal and external clients
RESPONSIBILTIES/KEY RESULT AREAS
This is an exciting role which requires a professional approach.
Planning and carrying out client visits to a regular agreed schedule to ensure full coverage of the area
Managing leads ensuring all telephone, online and walk-in enquiries are followed up and appointments are scheduled
Attendance at public, trade and dealer shows including participation in and supervision of build-up and breakdown activities
Complete regular planning sessions with the National Sales Manager to advance business development
Proactively identify areas of opportunity aligned with the sales process
Develop the client base through regular planning sessions with the National Sales Manager
Planning and organising sales events
Develop a culture of delivering an exceptional service to clients, ensuring all commitments are met and expectations are exceeded
Building and maintaining relationships with other departments and key stakeholders across the business
Delivering and maintaining an excellent aftersales service
Attendance and participation at regional sales meetings
Any other duties that the company may assign to you from time to time within the range of your skills and experience
There is a need to be engaging, articulate and results driven with a high professional standard.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Ideally based in the Manchester/Leeds area
Relevant Experience
Demonstrated success in a field sales environment
Experience of working with external clients
Background of Power Tool Accessories and Electrical Wholesale markets would be an advantage
Knowledge and skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent presentation, negotiation and sales skills
Decision making skills
Results focussed
Computer skills
Personal characteristics / qualities
Ability to meet targets and work well under pressure
Strong commercial awareness
Self-motivated with strong work ethic
Flexible and pragmatic with your approach
Strong service mentality
Team player
Good communicator - both with clients and internal team
Prioritise tasks and organise own time effectively
Additional Factors
Flexible approach
Full clean UK drivers' licence
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary OTE 27.5K+
Annual profit share bonus
Fully expensed company car
Laptop and phone
33 days holiday
Volunteering days
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent