Area Sales Manager - Roofing

Job description

Package: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 + 20% Bonus + 25 Days Annual Leave + Car Allowance

Job Description:

Area Sales Manager – Southeast

About the Role

An exciting opportunity for a driven Area Sales Manager to join a market-leading roofing manufacturer during a period of significant investment and growth. This is an external, field-based role covering the South East, focused on developing strong relationships with builders’ merchants, house builders, and roofing contractors.

This is a relationship-led sales position, not specification-driven, ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, growing accounts, and winning new business in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of merchant, house builder, and contractor accounts
• Identify and win new business opportunities across the South East
• Promote a full product range using a consultative, solutions-focused approach
• Support customers throughout the project lifecycle, from initial discussions to delivery
• Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts, and sales pipeline reporting
• Monitor competitor activity and regional market trends
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure excellent service and delivery
• Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities

About You

• Proven experience in external sales, within construction or building materials
• Experience selling into merchants, subcontractors, or house builders
• Commercially astute, confident negotiating and closing deals
• Strong relationship-builder with a proactive, resilient mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable with regular travel across the South East
• Professional, reliable, and committed to long-term customer relationships

Why Join?

• Market-leading manufacturer with strong growth and long-term investment
• Autonomous external sales role with real regional impact
• Supportive, people-focused culture with clear progression opportunities
• Dynamic team environment with strong tenure and internal development

For more information, please apply and someone will be in touch.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Croydon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-02-2026

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