Area Sales Manager

Executive Network Group

Posted 17 days ago, valid for 9 days

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Area Sales Manager position is available in the North West region, specifically between Leeds and Manchester, focusing on capital equipment sales in the industrial machinery sector.
The role offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as a company vehicle, fuel card, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, an excellent commission structure, and an 8% pension contribution.
Candidates should have a proven track record in capital equipment sales and a minimum of three years of relevant industry experience, particularly in waste, recycling, or construction sectors.
Responsibilities include managing the full sales cycle, providing tailored technical solutions, and offering on-site support to clients.
The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, be a confident cold caller, and have deep regional knowledge within the designated territory.

AREA SALES MANAGER – CAPITAL EQUIPMENT | NORTH WEST (LEEDS–MANCHESTER) | INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY SECTORElite Consultancy Network is proud to represent a leading UK-based distributor and service provider of mechanical handling and processing equipment. With a rich heritage and strong presence across the UK and Ireland, our client is a trusted name in supplying high-performance machinery to sectors including recycling, construction, scrap metal, demolition, quarrying, energy, and ports.We’re now seeking an Area Sales Manager to join their growing commercial team, focusing on the North West region, specifically between Leeds and Manchester.What’s On Offer

Company vehicle
Fuel card
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Excellent commission structure
8% pension contribution
Remote field-based role with autonomy and flexibility

The Role As an Area Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving both new business growth and account development across the North West. You’ll be responsible for:

Selling and hiring the full range of mechanical handling and processing machinery
Providing tailored technical solutions to meet customer needs
Managing the full sales cycle – from cold outreach to closing deals and aftercare
Preparing accurate and timely quotations
Offering on-site technical support and advice
Keeping up-to-date with competitor activity to maintain a strong market position

The Ideal Candidate

Proven success in capital equipment sales (shredders, crushers, screeners, chippers etc.)
Industry experience in waste, recycling, construction, or related sectors
Familiarity with OEMs or main dealer operations
Confident cold caller with strong new business development skills
Technically minded, with the ability to assess customer needs and provide customized solutions
Able to juggle multiple projects and demands – strong organizational skills are a must
Autonomous self-starter with the ability to manage their own schedule effectively
Deep regional knowledge and network within the designated territory

If you're a hands-on sales professional who thrives in a technical, solutions-driven environment and you're looking for a role that offers flexibility, autonomy, and strong earning potential — we want to hear from you.

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