Area Sales Manager - SOUTH Newbury based business Salary £35-45,000 plus £15,000 commission plus car allowance Permanent role As an Area Sales Manager in the Southern region, you will be responsible for driving sales growth within a designated territory. This role involves visiting customers, understanding their needs, selling our solutions to meet their requirements and becoming a trusted advisor. A proven track record in territory management and busness development is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will: Have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for building lasting customer relationships. Visit customers regularly to thoroughly understand their business Help understand how the business can help them meet their goals. Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers. Put together a territory plan that highlights existing and new opportunities. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the territory. Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to customers. Negotiate contracts (pricing) that provide a win/win strong relationship. Monitor market trends/competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats. Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to management. Work with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues. Represent the company to the highest possible professional standards. Essential skills: Determined and target-driven with a proven track recor