Position: Regional Manager - Northern Region
Job Overview
- Territory Research: Conduct thorough research within the assigned geographic area to identify potential clients in both franchised and independent automotive sectors.
- Lead Generation: Proactively engage with these prospects to schedule meetings with key decision-makers.
- Sales Execution: Confidently present and sell a comprehensive range of products and services to potential clients.
- Partnership Development: Build relationships with other automotive-related suppliers, such as finance companies, to explore collaborative sales opportunities.
- Revenue Growth: Drive revenue growth by managing existing client portfolios, ensuring high customer satisfaction, and upselling new products.
- Compliance and Reporting: Adhere to company reporting standards and contribute to overall growth through sales performance and active participation in initiatives.
This role is well-suited for a self-motivated individual with a strong sense of initiative. Comprehensive training and support will be provided to the successful candidate. An interest in the automotive industry and knowledge of digital media are advantageous, though a willingness to learn and apply new skills is most important.
The organization has been a leading player in the automotive sector for 20 years, serving over 1,000 clients with a dedicated team of employees. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated sales professional to join our team as a Regional Manager for the North of England. With exciting new product developments, we aim to achieve significant growth over the next 3-5 years.
Key Responsibilities
The Regional Manager will focus on selling products and services to the automotive industry by:
- Conducting thorough market research, prospecting, and building relationships.
- Networking and attending face-to-face meetings to generate new business.
- Managing an existing client portfolio in the region.
- Reporting to the Sales Director, this field-based role requires regular travel, with monthly sales meetings and support from both field and office teams.
Qualifications and Skills
- Strong passion for digital marketing and the ability to effectively communicate its benefits.
- Professional telephone manner with excellent communication and sales skills.
- Self-driven, organized, and capable of managing a wide geographic area.
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and able to work independently.
- Understanding of social media platforms.
- Quick learner with the ability to absorb and apply new product knowledge.
- Must reside within the designated territory due to the field-based nature of the role.
Job Details
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Type: Full-time, Permanent
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Salary: Starting at £30,000 annually
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Benefits:
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Additional leave
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Casual dress code
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Company events
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Pension plan
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Employee discounts
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Health and wellbeing program
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Referral program
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Sick pay
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Option to work from home
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Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
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Supplemental Pay:
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Bonus scheme
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Commission-based pay
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Mileage reimbursement (45p per mile for up to 10,000 miles annually, reducing to 25p thereafter)
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Annual bonus
Application Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year in sales (required)
- Licence/Certification: Valid driving licence (required)
- Work Location: Primarily on the road
Application Notes: The base salary is £30,000 with the potential to earn up to £40,000 or more through an uncapped OTE structure.