Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager – Wienerberger UK As an Area Sales Manager covering our South territory, which includes Dorset, Berkshire, Wiltshire, West Sussex, Hampshire, and Channel Islands, you will play a pivotal role driving the growth and visibility of our products/brand across national and independent building merchant markets. Wienerberger UK & Ireland is dedicated to empowering the construction industry to create a sustainable future for generations to come, through an extensive range of high‑quality building products, systems, and solutions. Responsibilities Collaborate with the Regional Sales Manager to develop and execute strategic plans for the territory. Achieve annual sales targets and contribute to the broader strategic goals of Wienerberger. Manage merchant accounts and conduct regular performance analysis using business intelligence tools. Maintain accurate records of projects and quotations within the CRM system. Develop and implement annual business plans. Build strong relationships with end‑users, including regional developers and contractors. Identify and pursue cross‑selling opportunities across all Wienerberger UK products and services. Work closely with the Key Accounts Sales Team to support project delivery from specification to completion. Conduct site visits as required. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies. This role will involve regular travel across the territory and therefore a company car is provided. The hours are 9 to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Qualifications Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the territory regularly. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and strong presentation skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate plans into actionable outcomes. Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. Experience working collaboratively across departments and with cross‑functional teams. Solid understanding of market dynamics and industry trends. Customer‑focused with a commitment to delivering outstanding service. Working knowledge of CRM systems. Established sales professional with knowledge and experience of the construction/building merchants sector. Experience building and maintaining relationships with regional developers and local contractors, leading to direct‑to‑site sales through our merchant partners. Desirable Passion for innovation and creative problem‑solving. Target‑driven with a track record of exceeding sales goals. Strong networking and partnership development skills. Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution abilities. Benefits Annual salary up to £48,700 (depending on experience) Quarterly sales bonus Pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays & holiday flexibility (buy 4 extra days and sell up to 2 days) + additional volunteering day Company car or allowance Private medical insurance self/couple/family cover Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes (including 24/7 online GP, discounts on counselling, mental health support service, get‑fit programmes) Health & wellbeing benefits which include dental cover, health cash plan and eye tests Financial advice/support available (including expert advice from our pension provider, and recommendations on savings & loans options) Employee discounts available with various retailers, gyms, and Wienerberger products Life assurance (2x annual salary) Opportunity to join our Share Incentive Plan and our Employee Profit Participation Programme About Us With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, Wienerberger improves the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy‑efficient, healthy, climate‑friendly and affordable living. Application Information Closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level; Employment type: Full‑time; Industries: Marketing Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr