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Area Sales Manager – Blackpool
  • Large Rescue Recovery Group / Fleet Company
  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
  • Pension
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick Pay at Manager’s Discretion
  • Vehicle
  • Fuel Card
  • Parking
  • Evening and Weekend Overtime
  • Training and Development (both in-house and external)
  • CPC Hours Training.
The Area Sales Manager will be responsible for managing the designated depot and contributing to the group's profitability by achieving sales targets and depot profitability. The role includes cost-saving initiatives, performance management of staff, and building strong relationships with regional accounts.

Key Responsibilities of the Area Sales Manager:
  • Ensure accurate account management and documentation for your area, with weekly communication
  • Conduct monthly reviews of key local companies for business development
  • Take ownership of at least five key regional accounts, meeting quarterly to review service levels, complaints, invoicing, and relationship building
  • Monitor performance and ensure contractual targets, productivity levels, and roadside repair rates are achieved
  • Provide performance management and training for technicians
  • Maintain a high standard of customer service and ensure ‘good practice’ culture is followed
  • Handle customer complaints, conducting investigations and reporting promptly
  • Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards (including VOSA and Driver Hours regulations)
  • Effectively manage attendance, timekeeping, and holiday requests
  • Drive health and safety, ensuring the correct reporting of incidents and compliance with policies
  • Recognise high performers and deal with poor performance in the team
  • Maintain company brand image through professional conduct and appearance
What We’re Looking For to Fill This Area Sales Manager:
  • Extensive experience in people management, customer service, and financial management
  • Proven track record in achieving targets and motivating teams
  • Knowledge of the rescue and recovery industry and associated policies/procedures
  • Understanding of financial management, customer service, and quality standards
  • DCPC qualification is desirable
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Strong personal integrity, capability, and presence
If you are interested in this Area Sales Manager position and would like to know more, please contact Paul Martin at Perfect Placement UK Ltd.

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