Area Sales Manager

AREA SALES MANAGER The primary focus of the Area Sales Manager is to manage and increase the sales of the business in their respective area through our network of distributors. Presenting a consistent and professional image of the company and the brand to existing and new customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with existing and potential customers in the area.Achieve sales targets by creating business development plans focusing on expanding the customer base and driving revenue growth.Work with, lead and inspire teams (self-employed, distribution, transport, NPD, bakery) to ensure their success and continuously grow sales.Resolve any customer issues in a quick and efficient manner, driving continuous improvement.Report on KPIs, sales data, market trends and customer preferences. Use this data to identify opportunities and inform strategic decisions and necessary actions.Collaborate with the marketing team to design and implement effective promotional campaigns.Retain and communicate extensive knowledge of competitors and their activities in your territory.Key point of contact for operational relationships.Develop strong relationships with all other Departments such as Production, Quality, NPD, Administration and Marketing and use these platforms to facilitate strategies to develop and grow.New Product Development and Existing product development.Strategic Planning and success measures i.e. sales, market share, analysis and in store profile.KPI achievement.Identify areas for continual cost improvement.REQUIREMENTS: 3 years + experience in a similar sales-based role within the food industry.Demonstrate success in driving business development.Conflict resolution acumen.Strong strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset.Strong organisational, planning, time management, project management, negotiation and anticipatory skills.Strong numerical ability.Proven ability to lead and influence at all levels.Full clean driving licence.Please apply today if you are interested in this position or contact ****** for any queries.

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