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Job description Heritage Clay Tiles are currently looking for an Area Sales Manager to join their team based in Strood, Kent. This role will be covering Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, West Sussex, working and selling into Builders Merchants/Roofing Merchants/Contractors/Developers. Part of the training process for the Area Sales Manager is to work closely with their Line Manager to learn best practices and organisational skills and learn from their experience. Responsibilities Arranging and attending client and customer meetings Sourcing new leads and customers through cold calling, e-mails or other means of business development. Retaining existing clients and building on existing business. Selling products and services and upselling customers if required. Producing sales reports at regular intervals for management. Attending business events or presentations within sales area. Staying on top of local sales, business and marketing trends to identify new opportunities. Personal description Essential Proven sales experience Proficient Microsoft package Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure and make correct decisions Organised and good time management skills Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Ability to build and maintain positive internal and external relationships Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team Desirable Previous industry experience Benefits Competitive salary Company car scheme 25 days holiday, increasing with years of service Annual company bonus scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) Free On-Site Parking Job Types: Permanent, Full-time Schedule : Monday to Friday Experience : Sales: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work authorisation : United Kingdom (required) Work Location : Strood TPBN1_UKTJ