Area Sales Manager - #2169923

Job description:

Hillsborough Steelstock Ltd is one of the largest independent mild steel stockholders in the UK. As part of our continued expansion, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced salesperson to join our established sales team.

We are looking for a sales professional, ideally with previous experience within the steel stockholding and processing industry or similar. The successful candidate will have a desire to succeed, develop new and existing business and build a long-lasting and rewarding career within the steel industry.

Role description:

This is a full-time on-site role for an Area Sales Manager located in Hillsborough, Sheffield. The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

1. Be responsible for a geographical area of customers, and managing the day-to-day sales operations of said customers.

2. Identify and engage with key decision makers through proactive telephone and email communication.

3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers to maximise sales opportunities.

4. Promote our products and services by identifying and targeting specific industry sectors, both internally and externally.

5. Maintain and monitor customer accounts to ensure they trade within the agreed credit terms.

6. Utilise relevant databases and internal systems to provide customers with accurate information on stock availability and pricing.

7. Proactively identify opportunities to increase sales and develop new business.

8. Visit customers to build stronger business relationships.

The successful candidate ideally should have:

1. Good knowledge of steel products, and knowledge of the steel industry.

2. A minimum of three years sales experience, ideally within the steel stockholding industry.

3. The ability to work independently, use of your own initiative and contribute effectively as part of a team.

4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

5. A positive, professional and enthusiastic attitude and work ethic.

6. A strong understanding of customer requirements and the ability to create long-lasting relationships.

7. Drive, ambition, and a genuine desire to develop and progress within the company.

Job type: Full time, permanent, fully office based.

Monday-Friday 8:30-17:00

Competitive remuneration package, dependent on experience.

Career and salary progression based on regular appraisals.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE