CPJ Recruitment

Area Sales Manager Premium Interiors Retail & Merchant Accounts Area: South West The Role of Area Sales Manager This is an Area Sales Manager position focused on driving incremental growth across an established portfolio of retail and merchant accounts within the interiors sector. The role is centred around developing existing relationships, increasing product presence in-store, and expanding share of wallet across key customers. Managing and developing relationships with independent retailers, showrooms and national merchant branches Driving incremental sales growth within existing accounts Increasing product footprint, visibility and display presence in-store Expanding product range penetration and overall basket spend across accounts Building strong relationships with showroom owners and retail decision-makers Engaging with branch managers within national merchant groups to drive local performance Identifying new opportunities for growth within existing customer base Delivering against sales targets and regional objectives Route to Market This is a relationship-led sales role operating through: Independent retailers and showrooms National and regional merchant branches Success is driven by strong account management, commercial awareness and the ability to grow existing business through influence and in-store presence. The Company hiring an Area Sales Manager A high-end, premium interiors manufacturer operating within the KBB sector, recognised internationally for its quality, design and brand strength. The business operates at the premium end of the market, bringing to market a portfolio of design-led, on-trend and timeless products that are widely specified across residential and retail environments. This award-winning organisation is widely regarded as a market leader within its category, with a strong reputation for innovation, product excellence and customer partnership. The company offers a highly supportive and collaborative culture, with a clear focus on employee development and long-term career progression. It is recognised as an excellent place to work, with high levels of staff retention and engagement. With continued investment in product development and brand positioning, this is a strong opportunity to join a business with genuine momentum and a clear growth strategy within the UK market. The Candidate for the Area Sales Manager role This role will suit a high-quality, commercially astute field sales professional within the construction interiors or KBB sector. Proven experience in field sales within bathrooms, kitchens or interiors Strong commercial acumen with the ability to grow and develop existing accounts Experience selling into or managing relationships with merchants, wholesalers or retailers Ability to influence at branch level, including showroom owners and branch managers Strong relationship-building and account management skills Driven, proactive and results-focused approach The Package for the Area Sales Manager Circa £50,000 (NEGOTIABLE) 20% OTE Company car Hybrid or EV 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stakeholder enhanced pension Health Ref : CPJ1832