Area Sales Manager Machine ToolsSouth of the UK£60,000 - £65,000 Basic Salary OTE £100,000+ We are working with a leading supplier of high-quality machine tools and automation solutions across the UK and Ireland who are looking to appoint an experienced Area Sales Manager to cover the South of the UK. With over 60 years of industry expertise, the company partners with world-renowned manufacturers to deliver cutting-edge solutions to sectors including automotive, aerospace, medical and precision engineering. They are best known for representing a wide range of premium brands alongside a growing and innovative product portfolio. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional to manage and develop a territory, selling high-value machine tool solutions to a wide range of industries. You will be responsible for building strong customer relationships, managing long and consultative sales cycles, and delivering tailored manufacturing solutions to clients across multiple sectors. The Role Selling machine tool and automation solutions across the South of the UK Targeting sectors including Aerospace, Industrial, Energy, Medical and Transport Managing long sales cycles (6-12 months) with a consultative approach Achieving and exceeding an annual sales target of circa £3m Developing new business opportunities while nurturing existing accounts Using HubSpot CRM to manage pipeline and sales activity Occasional international travel to Germany and Spa