Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager

Home Counties                                         
c£35k plus car, bonus and benefits

The company is part of a major international group which is a world leader in flooring with sales approaching US$7.5bn and over 30,000 employees. Holding leading positions in many markets globally, its premium-branded flooring products include laminate, engineered wood and LVT and are recognised for their superior quality and innovation. It now seeks to strengthen its sales team with this appointment.

The Challenge

• To achieve increased market share through building strong relationships with decision-makers and influencers in a customer base comprising flooring retailers and builders’ merchants.                                        

• To continue to develop and upgrade the customer base through promoting the excellent product range and the brand values of quality, service and innovation.                                               

• Through effective territory management, to maximise face-to-face contact time with key customers whilst ensuring that all customer data is accurately entered on the CRM system.

• To ensure that customers are provided with training and support which enables them to promote the unparalleled features and benefits of the product range.

The Candidate

• With a successful track record in a field sales capacity, you should have a passion for selling premium-branded products.

• Should be able to demonstrate how you have achieved sales growth through your excellent negotiation and influencing skills, combined with a results-driven approach.

• With an understanding of multi-distribution channels (independents, nationals, online), you will strive to deliver the highest levels of service and will be prepared to “go the extra mile” for your customers.

• Whilst previous experience of selling wood, laminate or engineered flooring would be advantageous, candidates from other sectors will be considered providing their personal characteristics include passion, innovation, loyalty and integrity.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and details of you current or most recent salary package, quoting Ref.No. EM3614, to Roger Ruane at CFR UK, Church House, 3 Church Walk, Newark, Notts. NG24 1JS.  Email by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button below.