Area Sales Manager – Engineering / International Travel at Consortium Professional Recruitment

Location: Hull (with international travel)

We are looking for a driven, relationship-focused sales professional who thrives on building partnerships and exceeding targets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation in a pivotal Area Sales Manager role – where you’ll take ownership of your territory, drive new opportunities, and develop long-term customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers through regular visits and consistent communication.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your territory.
• Collaborate with internal departments and partner organisations to maximise growth potential.
• Respond promptly to customer enquiries, quotations, and orders.
• Research market trends and competitor activity to inform sales strategy.
• Provide accurate reporting and data to support forecasting and performance tracking.
• Represent the business professionally at all times and act as a trusted point of contact for your clients.
• Work collaboratively as part of a wider sales team to achieve regional and national sales targets.
• This role will entail some international travel.

About You

You’re commercially minded, proactive, and passionate about delivering results. You enjoy autonomy but also thrive in a team environment, with a natural ability to engage customers and drive long-term business growth.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven track record in a sales or account management role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and customer focus.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and CRM/sales systems.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel as required (including overseas).
• Background in technical, manufacturing, or engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of sales order processing systems.
• Additional language skills (Spanish advantageous).
• Degree in Business, Sales, or a Technical discipline.
• Analytical thinker with a calm, professional approach under pressure.