Our client is a leading custom design and manufacturer in their field, selling their products to a wide range of clients across the UK & Ireland. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Area Sales Manager to join their team. This role is responsible for identifying opportunities, delivering tailored technical solutions, and managing the full sales cycle. This is a hybrid role that combines remote work flexibility with regular client site visits and collaboration at their Head Office in Oxfordshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify and engage potential customers in key sectors including hotels, hospitals, laundromats, and industrial facilities.
• Conduct on-site assessments and deliver customized machinery proposals based on client needs.
• Develop strong, long-term client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Deliver engaging product presentations and create compelling technical and commercial proposals.
• Collaborate with technical teams to align product specs and ensure smooth installation and integration.
• Manage end-to-end sales processes from prospecting to after-sales support.
• Represent the company at trade shows, events, and key client meetings.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.
• Maintain accurate sales records and produce regular reporting for management.
• Coordinate logistics and installation planning with internal departments.

Key Skills & Experience:

• -Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in industrial equipment or a related field.
• -Strong understanding of technical products and the ability to explain them to non-technical audiences.
• -Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• -Willingness to travel frequently for client visits and events.
• -Self-motivated with a proactive, goal-oriented approach.
• -Valid driving license.
• -Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems is a plus.

Additional Information:

• -Please note the Head Office is based in Banbury, but the role covers the entire UK.
• -Working hours are Monday to Friday (Flexibility required).
• -Company-provided vehicle and fuel card.
• -Commission package.
• -25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.