Area Sales Manager

The Company:  

• My client is a leading premium manufacturer of pumps and pump systems, serving the Building Services, Water Management, and Industry sectors. It has built a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability. 

• Originally focused on selling heating pumps, the company has evolved into a comprehensive solutions provider, integrating smart technologies that connect people, products and services. With a commitment to continuous improvement, it aims to transition from a product-focused business to a trusted technology partner for its customers. 

• By aligning its strategies with market trends and customer needs, the company is enhancing business efficiency and effectiveness. A strong emphasis is placed on developing cutting-edge products and services while ensuring that resources are positioned closer to the customer front end. 

Benefits of the Area Sales Manager 

• £55k - £60k 

• OTE 20% with enhanced targets 30%. 

• Car Hybrid 

• Pension 

• Holidays 

• Credit Card  

The Role of the Area Sales Manager 

• We are looking to speak to a highly motivated Sales Account Manager to join their dynamic team, selling pumps to Consultants, Mechanical Contractors, and Distributors. 

• The role involves both account management and business development.  

• You will be responsible for managing existing relationships, identifying new opportunities, and promoting their high-quality pump products across key market segments. 

• Re-engage dormant accounts, treating them as new business opportunities to rekindle interest and drive sales forward. 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring they are well-supported throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Break product specifications and introduce pumps to new clients within existing accounts, emphasizing performance and reliability. 

• Work closely with consultants and contractors on a project-to-project basis, providing expert advice and solutions for pump requirements 

• Target Area is: MK, OX, LU, HP, RG, SL, WD, EN, HA, UB, TW, W, NW, WC (London and surrounding areas) 

The Ideal Person for the Area Sales Manager  

• Our client is looking for someone who is result driven, with a proven record, professional, vibrant, self-motivated and a desire to succeed. 

• Hungry and driven individual with a strong desire to succeed and grow within a sales-driven environment. 

• Prior sales or account management experience, ideally in a project-based or technical sales environment (knowledge of pumps or similar products is a plus, but not essential). 

• Proven ability to open doors and develop relationships with key clients, especially consultants, contractors and distributors. 

• Strong understanding of project sales, with the ability to engage clients at different stages of the project lifecycle. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. 

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet targets in a fast-paced environment. 

• Product knowledge can be taught—what’s essential is your drive, motivation and willingness to learn. 

• Full UK driving license and the ability to travel within the assigned region. 

If you think the role of Area Sales Manager is for you, apply now! 

Consultant: Sarah Dimmock 

Email: (url removed)  

Tel no. (phone number removed) 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

About On Target 

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally.