Headlam, Europe’s largest floor covering distributor, has an exciting opportunity for an Area Sales Manager to join its industry leading team covering the South West. This full-time role within our Melrose business, specialising in rug sales, offers a market-leading salary, plus bonus with uncapped earning potential, and an excellent benefits package, including:Significant bonus potential and regular incentivesPremium brand, tax efficient, company cariPad and iPhonePension schemeAnnual pay reviewPrivate Medical InsuranceNo weekend or bank holiday workingChristmas and new year shutdown33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Colleague discount, with access to buy the broadest range of floor coverings in the industry, at cost priceFree electric charging points and free parking at all our Trade Counters and Headlam premises throughout the UKSave as you earn / share save schemeLife assurance1 paid volunteering day a yearA comprehensive induction, providing training on our products, our dedicated systems and sales skillsRegular support from both your line manager and an experience peer, as a buddyIn this role, you will:Build relationships with customers across a geographical area.You will launch our new ranges into retailers and specifiers alike, by creating and delivering a market-leading presentation on a wide range of product.Educate customers on the benefits of the B2B websites, to enable them to self-serve 24 hours a day.You will ultimately be responsible for maximising profitable sales, within your allocated budget.You will achieve this by maintaining and growing revenue streams from existing customer and securing new business opportunities.If you have a passion for sales through service and a proven ability to drive excellent results, we would love to hear from you. To apply for this Area Sales Manager role, you will need:Previous sales experience, with a history of working to and exceeding targets.A full driving license.The ability to engage customers and build lasting relationships.Previous experience within the flooring industry would also be very advantageous.