Area Sales Manager - North EastHours - Monday to Friday 37.5 hrsSalary - £53k plus car/bonus etcA leading provider in industrial instrumentation and solutions is seeking a proactive Area Sales Manager to join their dynamic sales team. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, excellent career progression opportunities, and the chance to develop long-term relationships with both national and global accounts across the North East.What You''ll Do:Manage and grow market share within allocated territories (NE, DH, SR, DL, TS, YO, HU, DN).Develop and expand long-term relationships with key accounts, including established global customers.Identify, engage, and secure new business opportunities in the region.Set, monitor, and achieve monthly and annual sales objectives in line with company strategy.Follow up on marketing leads and implement sales and marketing plans effectively.Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and market insights to support business decisions.Maintain CRM data and deliver detailed industry and product reporting.Keep abreast of competitor activity, industry trends, and customer strategies.What We''re Looking For:ONC in Electrical/Instrumentation; Engineering degree desirable.Proven field sales experience with a track record of success.Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.Customer-focused, proactive, and self-reliant.Willingness to travel within the territory and work flexibly as required.Full, clean driving license.What is o