Area Sales Manager (South)

Are you an experienced field sales professional looking to represent a portfolio of premium heating brands with an established reputation for quality, innovation and craftsmanship?

Our client is a well-established and growing business within the heating industry, supplying high-quality woodburning stoves, electric fires and media wall solutions to retailers across the UK. With continued investment in product development and a growing presence in the rapidly expanding electric heating market, there has never been a better time to join the business.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the Southern region, working with an established customer base while developing new business opportunities across independent retailers, showrooms and distribution partners.

The Role
Reporting into the Sales Director, you''ll be responsible for driving sales growth across the South of England by developing strong relationships with existing customers and identifying new opportunities within your territory.

You''ll become a trusted partner to retailers, providing product expertise, commercial support and training to help maximise sales and strengthen long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow an established portfolio of customers across the South of England.
Develop new business opportunities with retailers, distributors and showroom partners.
Promote a market-leading portfolio of premium heating products.
Deliver engaging product demonstrations and training sessions.
Plan and manage customer visits across your territory.
Achieve sales targets and contribute to the company''s ambitious growth plans.
Monitor competitor activity and identify new market opportunities.
Represent the business at trade exhibitions and industry events.
Work closely with internal teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
About You
You''ll be an ambitious and commercially driven sales professional with experience within the heating, fireplace, KBB, builders'' merchant or related sectors.

You''ll also have:

Proven success in a field-based sales role.
Strong relationship-building and account management skills.
Experience developing new business alongside managing existing accounts.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
A proactive and self-motivated approach.
Full UK driving licence.
Flexibility to travel throughout the South of England.
What''s on Offer
Competitive salary of £40,000–£45,000 plus end of year discretionary bonus.
Company car.
Pension