Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for art and craft products? Our client is seeking an Area Sales Manager to join their team, selling art and craft products into independent retailers across Witshire, Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Dorset, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and West London. With a rich history since 1978, the company has been a leading supplier in the industry.The Role: As an Area Sales Manager, you will: Manage and grow existing business, which accounts for 75% of your roleDevelop new business opportunities, making up 25% of your responsibilitiesTravel across the designated areas to meet clients and potential customersBuild and maintain strong relationships with independent retailersWork independently while reporting into a Sales ManagerThe Candidate: The ideal candidate for the Area Sales Manager position will: Have proven sales experience, ideally within the independent retailer sectorPossess knowledge of independent retailers, either through direct sales or previous employmentBe a confident driver with a valid driving licenseDemonstrate excellent communication and relationship building skillsBe self-motivated and able to work independentlyThe Package: The Area Sales Manager role offers: Annual salary of 30,000 - 35,000 with an OTE of 40,000 Company car provided for business useStock options as part of the benefits packageThe company has been a trusted supplier of art and craft materials to independent retailers since 1978. They pride themselv