Area Sales Manager – South of England Established over 40 years ago, our client is a leading manufacturer & supplier of specialist catering equipment, working with the like of Krispy Kreme, McDonalds and Five Guys. They are looking for an Area Sales Manager to join their team in seeking new business across the South of England, as well as managing an existing account base within the territory. Our client offers a fantastic company culture with a focus on internal progression; employees rarely leave this organisation and successful candidates can expect a continued commitment to professional development from their first-class leadership team. This is a hybrid role consisting of field-based working & working from home. Responsibilities Identify & prospect new business opportunities across designated territory Build strong long-term sales pipeline across designated territory Build & maintain long-term relationships with customer base & decision makers within the territory Accurate CRM management Develop & implement effective sales strategies Effective contract negotiations & management Maintain a strong understanding of market development & customer needs, reporting to management where necessary The Successful Candidate 2 years B2B sales experience is ideal Experience selling catering equipment, food service equipment, ice machines or related products is ideal Experience conducting technical or service-led sales Ideally based in the Southeast of England, but candidates from across the South of England as a whole will be considered Full UK driving license required Area Sales Manager Package Basic salary: £32,000-35,000 OTE: £25,000-30,000 (uncapped) Company car or car allowance options Fuel card provided Laptop & mobile phone provided 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays