External Sales Manager

A leading cable distributor is looking for a proactive External Sales Manager to to build and manage relationships with B2B customers across the South of England. Covering the area south of Birmingham, this is a largely remote and field-based role that will involve building and maintaining relationships with customers, identifying new business opportunities, and driving sales growth across the Southern half of the UK.

The company you'll be joining specialises in the supply, management, and distribution of electrical cables across the UK and belong to an impressive £1 billion distribution group. They offer a range of solutions including fixed wiring, energy cables, and industrial flexible cables to customers in the electrical wholesale, construction, and industrial sectors.

Role Responsibilities

As an External Sales Manager, you will:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
• Identify and develop new business opportunities
• Provide expert advice on our product range, tailoring solutions to meet customer needs
• Regularly visit customers across the region, ensuring excellent customer service
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery
• Achieve and exceed sales targets

Rewards

You will receive:

• A starting salary between £40,000 - £45,000
• Uncapped performance-related bonus
• Company car
• Optional membership of the company pension scheme
• Excellent development and career progression opportunities

Requirements

To be successful in this External Sales Manager role, you should be a self-motivated and results-driven professional with:

• Proven sales experience in the electrical wholesale or cables market
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive approach to identifying and securing new business opportunities
• The ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
• A full UK driving licence

Think you have what it takes? Submit your application to find out more!