Area Sales Manager - North East England

Area Sales Manager - North EastHours - Monday to Friday 37.5 hrsSalary - £53k plus car/bonus etcA leading provider in industrial instrumentation and solutions is seeking a proactive Area Sales Manager to join their dynamic sales team. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, excellent career progression opportunities, and the chance to develop long-term relationships with both national and global accounts across the North East.What You'll Do:

• Manage and grow market share within allocated territories (NE, DH, SR, DL, TS, YO, HU, DN).
• Develop and expand long-term relationships with key accounts, including established global customers.
• Identify, engage, and secure new business opportunities in the region.
• Set, monitor, and achieve monthly and annual sales objectives in line with company strategy.
• Follow up on marketing leads and implement sales and marketing plans effectively.
• Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and market insights to support business decisions.
• Maintain CRM data and deliver detailed industry and product reporting.
• Keep abreast of competitor activity, industry trends, and customer strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• ONC in Electrical/Instrumentation; Engineering degree desirable.
• Proven field sales experience with a track record of success.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Customer-focused, proactive, and self-reliant.
• Willingness to travel within the territory and work flexibly as required.
• Full, clean driving license.

What is on offer?

• Competitive salary with performance bonus.
• Company car and hybrid working options.
• 24 days' annual leave (increasing with service) plus birthday leave and the option to sell unused leave.
• Private medical insurance, health cash plan, and life assurance.
• Pension, professional subscriptions, enhanced sick pay, and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to work with a supportive, ambitious, and collaborative team while developing your career in a market-leading company.

If you are a driven sales professional ready to make an impact and take ownership of your territory, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career with a company that values initiative, results, and excellence.