Area Sales Manager

Job description

Job Title: Area Sales Manager – Lighting

Location: London & South East

Salary: Competitive + Commission + Benefits

Sector: Lighting / Electrical / Architectural Lighting

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Area Sales Manager to grow and manage their presence across London and the South East. This is a field-based role focused on developing relationships, winning new business, and increasing sales across our lighting product portfolio.

You will work closely with electrical wholesalers, contractors, consultants, and specifiers, acting as the face of the business in your territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales across a defined London territory
• Develop strong relationships with wholesalers, contractors, consultants, and key accounts
• Identify and convert new business opportunities
• Promote and specify lighting products into commercial and residential projects
• Deliver product presentations and on-site support where required
• Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and project pipelines
• Maintain accurate CRM records and sales forecasts

About You

• +3 years proven experience in sales within the lighting or electrical industry
• Strong understanding of the London construction and specification market
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially minded
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension and additional benefits
• Ongoing training and product development
• Clear career progression within a growing business

How to Apply

If you are a motivated sales professional looking to take the next step in the lighting industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English