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Area Sales Manager

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11 months ago
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OTE £85K Per Annum
Company Car + Expenses
South East England - Essex, Berkshire, Hertfordshire etc
 
Summary
Are you looking to join a business that has the tools and the brand reputation to help you in delivering sales of world-class CNC machines? Are you interested in joining an organisation that has a warm territory, ready for you to capitalise upon? If so, read on! This is a great opportunity for an Area Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Business Development Manager or Field Sales Executive, covering the South East, commutable from London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Middlesex or Essex. You will be joining a stable team of experts that are ready to help you drive sales in your region and achieve the OTE and recognition that comes with it.  
 
The Company
The successful Area Sales Manager will be working for

A leading supplier of CNC machine tools.
An established company who are a market leader in their specific machines.
A company that supplies the aerospace, automotive and general engineering industries.
A company who are part of a larger group, offering progression and treat staff exceptionally well. 
The Candidate
As the successful Regional Sales Manager you are likely to have significant experience in the following;

The sales of machine tools, cutting tools or engineering machinery
A strong technical background.
A developed understanding of the CNC/precision engineering industry.
The drive and hunger to succeed with a willingness to travel. 
The Person
The successful Business Development Manager will be..

Motivated to achieve targets and make an impact.
Career driven and hungry whilst excelling in a high pressure environment.
An approachable and sociable character.
Seeking a role offering longevity, stability and progression.
Benefits Package
The following benefits are available to the successful Area Sales Manager

Salary: Up to £50,000 p.a depending on experience with an OTE of £85,000
Uncapped commission structure.
25 days holiday + bank holidays.
Company car, phone, laptop and expenses. 
Interested? To apply for the Area Sales Manager Position, here are your two options:

  1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on (phone number removed) between 8.30am - 5pm
  2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.
     
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