Area Sales Manager

  • Bridgewater Resources UK
  • Wednesbury, West Midlands
  • Apr 13, 2026
Full time Marketing

Job Description

A market-leading 1 billion UK distribution group is looking for a driven and ambitious Area Sales Manager to join their growing team in Wednesbury. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous sales experience (in any sector) who is looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, customer-focused B2B environment.

You'll be joining a leading super distributor of electrical products, part of a global group employing over 1,700 people across the UK. With consistent year-on-year growth and a strong reputation in the market, they are a key supplier to the UK electrical wholesale sector.

Role Responsibilities

As an Area Sales Manager, you will:

  • Proactively identify and win new business opportunities
  • Develop and grow relationships with existing accounts
  • Manage your own diary and customer visits across your territory
  • Present products and solutions confidently to a wide range of customers
  • Work towards and exceed sales and profitability targets
  • Represent the business professionally in the field

Rewards

As an Area Sales Manager, you will receive:

  • A competitive salary of up to 36,000
  • An uncapped profit share bonus
  • A package including a company car, laptop and mobile phone
  • Membership of the company's excellent pension scheme
  • Clear opportunities for career progression within the business and wider group

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • Previous field sales experience in any sector
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong drive and energy
  • The confidence to build relationships and win new business
  • Good commercial awareness
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A full UK driving licence

If you're looking to build your field sales career with a well-established and growing business, apply today to find out more.