Area Sales Manager

Simon Acres Recruitment are excited to be recruiting for a forward thinking kitchen company who are looking for an Area Sales Manager to cover the North. Package: £40,000, £55,000 (DOE), £65,000 OTE, plus company car or car allowance. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a well-nurtured patch with some healthy accounts. You will be tasked with looking after and growing existing accounts, with an element of new business involved in the mix. Key responsibilities: · Building and developing new and existing relationships with kitchen retailers and merchants. · Calling upon retailers and merchants, presenting kitchens with the intention of securing showroom displays orders. · Presenting new products, new colours, and promotional offers. · Acting as primary point of contact for retailers, addressing their inquiries, resolving issues, and proactively identifying opportunities for upselling from competitor brands. · Conducting regular visits, business reviews and performance analysis. · Collaborating with internal teams, marketing, management, etc. · Growing network by identifying and engaging with new potential kitchen retailers/merchants. · Staying updated with industry trends and market developments. Candidate Requirements: · Proven track record within field sales - selling business to business within the KBB industry. · Existing relationships with kitchen retailers and merchants (very beneficial). · Excellent technical understanding of kitchens and kitchen design. · Sound retail sales account management experience. · Strong communication and presentation skills. · Self-motivated, driven, enthusiastic and pro-active. · Ability to work under pressure and solve problems. · Ability to demonstrate a tenacious and resilient mindset. · Be able to manage time and priorities effectively. · Proficient with MS packages such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. · Exceptional communication and negotiation skills. · Full UK driving licence (essential). · Flexible with business travel requirements. Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy

Location: North East, GB

Posted Date: 9/13/2025