Area Sales Manager
| Posting date: | 29 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 October 2025 |
| Location: | Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 5FE |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HS250929246098_1759140016 |
Summary
Area Sales Manager
£30,000 to £40,000 (depending on experience)
Monthly car allowance (£600)
Quarterly and Yearly Bonuses (based on individual and company performance)
Location: Candidate must be based in the South East (occasional travel to meet clients and attend meetings will be required)
Our client has an exciting opportunity to join a leading supplier in Low Voltage Distribution Systems, offering innovative solutions to the domestic, industrial, and commercial sectors across the United Kingdom. The company takes pride in its fresh and forward-thinking approach to designing and manufacturing low voltage power distribution systems. If you're looking to join a growing business and thrive in a supportive yet challenging environment, this role is ideal for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Submit weekly reports detailing your activities and performance.
- Actively promote the company's image and product offerings in the UK market.
- Prospect and develop new business opportunities through warm calls and strategic marketing initiatives.
- Generate new leads and track activity using internal systems.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, ensuring a high level of service and managing customer expectations.
- Collaborate with other sales representatives to drive overall business growth.
- Assess customer needs to recommend appropriate products or solutions for specific projects.
- Manage client accounts, maintaining ongoing communication and addressing any issues or complaints.
- Provide accurate and timely quotes to customers.
- Conduct regular site visits to solidify relationships with existing clients and identify new business opportunities.
- Strategically plan to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Deliver exceptional customer care, service, and after-sales support.
- Identify and explore new markets, business opportunities, and strategies to expand the customer base.
Essential Requirements:
A minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in sales, exceeding targets in the Low Voltage Electrical Industry.
Demonstrated experience in business development and driving the sales process from initiation to closure.
Strong background in sales and marketing within the electrical industry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in account management, including maintaining and building client relationships.
Ability to provide market insights, including competitor analysis, product trends, and regulatory changes.
This role is ideal for a driven and dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment and is passionate about delivering results.
If you have the relevant skills and experience please apply or for further information call the branch on: 02382359544
Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.
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