Area Sales Manager - Agriculture Sector

Job Title: Area Sales Manager - Agriculture Sector
Location: UK (Nationwide travel required)
Contract Details: Permanent, Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Account Management: Build and nurture a portfolio of distributor accounts, setting clear goals to drive company growth.
• Biosecurity Expertise: Offer technical advice on hygiene and biosecurity, aiding distributors and end-users through training and site visits to enhance animal health and profitability.
• Market Expansion: Identify and pursue new customer opportunities in the poultry and swine sectors to boost product sales.
• Travel: Engage in frequent nationwide travel, including overnight stays and occasional international travel for industry exhibitions.
• Collaboration: Partner with internal marketing, technical, and sales teams to explore new market sectors and product innovations based on feedback.

Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of hygiene and biosecurity in poultry and/or swine sectors is essential.
• Experience with hygiene and disinfection chemical manufacturers is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Proven track record in a national or regional Sales Manager role within the B2B sector, preferably in agriculture.
• Excellent spoken and written English skills; comfortable engaging with a diverse range of customers, from farmers to corporate management.
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics; further education is a plus.
• Good IT skills, including One Drive, Office 365, and social media; knowledge of sales analysis tools like PowerBI is a bonus.
• Valid UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect your ability to operate in agricultural areas must be declared before the interview.

What We Offer:
Join a dynamic organisation committed to excellence and innovation in the agriculture sector! As part of our team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary and a fulfilling career path.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays for work-life balance.
• Growth-related annual bonus to recognise your contributions.
• Company car and business fuel allowance to facilitate travel.
• Mobile phone and laptop provided for seamless communication.
• BUPA medical insurance for peace of mind.
• Company pension and life assurance at 4 times salary.
• Employee assistance programme to support your well-being in personal and work-related challenges.

If you're ready to make a tangible difference in the agriculture sector and possess the passion to drive growth, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of biosecurity in the UK poultry and swine markets. Apply now and be part of a family-oriented organisation where your contributions truly matter!

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