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Area Sales Manager - Agriculture Sector

Adecco
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR3 3XR, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Area Sales Manager position in the Agriculture Sector requires a strong understanding of hygiene and biosecurity, particularly in the poultry and swine sectors.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in a national or regional Sales Manager role within the B2B sector, preferably in agriculture, with excellent communication skills.
  • The role involves account management, technical advice on biosecurity, market expansion, and frequent nationwide travel, including overnight stays.
  • The competitive salary is complemented by a growth-related annual bonus, 25 days holiday, a company car, and additional benefits like medical insurance and a pension plan.
  • A valid UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points is required, along with the ability to declare any pre-existing medical conditions before the interview.

Job Title: Area Sales Manager - Agriculture SectorLocation: 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!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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