Area Development Manager
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 September 2025 |
| Location: | Cardiff, Swansea, Newport and Llandrindod Wells, BN21 3TR |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AUG20259586 |
Summary
Area Development ManagerSouth West - to encompass Cardiff, Swansea, Newport and Llandrindod Wells40 hours per weekCompetitive salary plus benefits packageWith Brewers’ aims to be the decorator’s first choice for all decorating materials, we are looking for a highly motivated and sales driven individual to join the Sales Team for our South-West Region. As an ADM you will be sharing our products and expert service with a specific ledger of customers as well as collaborating with new customers to support, develop and grow our business.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about our products. Excellent customer service is an essential component of what we offer so you will be someone who understands and embodies this. Our ADM’s play a key role in supporting the Regional Manager develop business and run a profitable operation.The successful candidate will have transferrable experience in this sector, ideally as a Sales Representative or equivalent. We would welcome applicants who have undertaken similar roles in our industry and who are interested in moving into a more sales driven position. You will need to display initiative, commercial acumen and have highly effective communication skills - developing a rapport with customers is key to the success of this role. You will be a confident self-starter as there is scope within the role to set your own sales plans and objectives.Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 - Brewers Decorator Centres are the largest independent supplier of decorating materials supplying both trade and retail customers across the UK. Still a family-owned business, we are proud of our wonderful heritage of over 120 years in our industry and the growth of our network to over 250 stores nationwide in the Brewers Group. We place great emphasis on the development and growth of our colleagues - our mantra is to ‘help one another succeed’. To find out more about working with us visit www.Brewers.co.uk/careersWe understand that Neurodiverse candidates or candidates with a disability may need adjustments or extra support in the application or interview process - we are committed to providing every candidate the opportunity andThe key objectives in this role will include:Generating new business by establishing and growing current relationships with existing customers and developing our relationships with new customersWorking with the National Sales Manager, Sales Directors, Regional Manager, Area Development Managers and Branch Managers to increase Region sales while providing excellent customer serviceDeveloping profitable business in the region in line with agreed objectives and KPI'sProviding the highest standard of friendly, knowledgeable service to deliver the Company objective to be the decorator's first choiceYou will be able to demonstrate:Previous experience in a retail / sales environment in our sectorKnowledge of paints, protective coatings and decorating sundries for either Trade or Retail markets would be beneficialAn enthusiasm for sales with the ability to build relationships and rapport easily with suppliers and customersExcellent communication and negotiation skills at all levelsThe ability and confidence to independently manage your own time and set targets for achievementA current driving licence is essential, and you will live within the business areaThe full package available includes a competitive salary, together with:Company Car, Mobile Phone & LaptopCompetitive rates of pay31 days holiday including bank holidaysFree life assurance5% of your salary employer contribution to the pension plan (subject to employee contributions)We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn itVirtual GP service for yourself and any dependent children to be able to access unlimited medical advice when you need itBrewers Colleague discounts giving you huge savings on your home improvements Employee Assistance Programme - accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and dependents Access to Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for the most common routine healthcare treatments plus optional Private Medical InsuranceDiscounts and rewards with selected partners - major high street brands, supermarkets etcAdditional financial assistance such as Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and Helping Hand Loan Scheme for times of crisisStaff uniform and uniform cleaning tax reliefComprehensive Induction ProgrammeAfter a qualifying period, you will also be eligible for additional benefits such as profit related pay, enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay and a chance to use one of our two Company Holiday Homes in Cornwall or the Lake DistrictTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the Apply Now button on this page to complete the mandatory application form.Please note this role may be removed from listings before the closing date if we are successful in finding an appointment or receive a high number of responses.Please ensure you fully complete the application process if you wish to be considered for this position. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to any applicants that do not complete the process.