Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager

Home/Field Based

Healthy Basic Salary and a Comprehensive, Market Leading Package

Do you sometimes get the feeling that the work part of your life is some kind of uneasy dream and, more importantly, exactly whose dream it actually is, and whether they are enjoying it? It really doesnt have to be that way.

Traditional sales roles are predominately focused on brand new business. This opportunity is different, you will begin this role with long standing existing accounts to leverage. Instantly making an impact. Of course, you will have to secure new customers as part of the role. Who doesnt?

But, yes, you can have your cake and eat it.

As the Area Sales Manager for Viscofan, you will be key to the growth of the business by creating, managing and growing relationships. Ideally you will have a similar background selling solutions into the food production sector, or at least some experience of the food industry.

The Business:

With a history stretching back over 50 years, Viscofan is now the worlds market leader across its product portfolio for the food production sector. They are a company that consistently delivers high quality products and service levels with an excellent reputation with their customers, supplying major food businesses across the UK. You will have total flexibility to plan and manage your working day as you see fit. You will be building high level relationships from key customers with a view to cross selling, upselling and enhancing turnover and commitment from major food production businesses.

What You Will Do:

You will take a lead role in the companys sales team by supporting the Head of Sales to develop new product streams with existing customers as well as win new customer relationships. This is a home-based role that requires regular customer visits on a national basis. We are looking for an ambitious and commercial savvy candidate. Although you will be supported by colleagues, we expect you to be a self-starter, motivated and eager learn new skills.

Developing growth strategies and plans

Managing and retaining relationships with existing clients

Negotiating with stakeholders

Identifying, mapping and winning new business opportunities

Having an in-depth knowledge of business products and value proposition

Drafting and reviewing contracts

Developing and maintaining strong internal relationships, including overseas offices

What You Will Need:

Demonstrable experience of selling into the food production sector

High-level communication and stakeholder management skills

Advanced negotiation skills

Experience with design and implementation of business development strategy

Conflict resolution

The ability to self-motivate

Experience of setting, working to and exceeding targets

Colleagues enjoy working in a growing, fast-paced and challenging environment.They embrace change as being constant and work together to ensure the continued success and growth of the business in UK and Ireland. You will be joining a global business who focus on creating long-term value for customers and employees through a passionate dedication to. This drives a sustained competitive advantage in a dynamic global market. Viscofan achieve success by developing industry-leading technology, investing globally and delivering results for customers and creating career opportunities and development for colleagues.