Area Sales Manager

Global leading manufacturer brand
* Award winning employer - genuine career prospects
Area Sales Manager - Plumbing products into Plumbing & Heating Merchants
Area: Ireland (based in Northern Ireland)
The Role
* Field-based Area Sales Manager position covering North & South Ireland (based in Northern Ireland)
* Selling a range of plumbing related products -growing in branch footprint with merchants at branch level
* 60% national / 40% independent plumbers merchants and buying groups
* 95% account management focused
* Managing circa 160 accounts
* Responsible for a £1.2m ledger
* Typically 5 customer visits per day, 4 days a week
* Mondays working from home for admin and appointment setting
* Customers include PTS, BSS, Heat Merchants and Irish nationals
* Conduct product demonstrations and trade mornings
* Ensure POS is maintained to a high standard in branch
* Reactivate dormant and low-spend accounts
The Company
This global manufacturer is an established brand in the UK and worldwide, turning over circa €1.8 billion and recognised as a market leader in its' field. With over 70 years of heritage, the business brings to market premium, state-of-the-art plumbing-related products, trusted by professionals across the plumbing & heating merchants channel. For any Area Sales Manager, this represents an opportunity to work with a brand that carries real credibility and demand within plumbing & heating merchants, making it easier to open doors and develop relationships.
The company has built its success on continuous innovation, high product quality, and strong partnerships with plumbing & heating merchants, positioning itself as a go-to supplier for both national and independent accounts. For an Area Sales Manager, this means inheriting a well-established customer base and a brand that is already highly regarded across plumbing & heating merchants.
They are an attractive employer for any Area Sales Manager due to their structured training, ongoing development, and clear progression opportunities. The business is known for investing in its people, offering long-term career paths and stability, which is highly appealing for an Area Sales Manager looking to build a career within the plumbing & heating merchants sector. Combined with strong internal support and a collaborative culture, this is an excellent opportunity for an Area Sales Manager to thrive in a high-performing environment focused on the plumbing & heating merchants market.
The Candidate
* Must have experience selling into OR working for a construction manufacturer OR plumbers merchants, Builders Merchants OR Electrical Wholesalers
* Open to candidates from a merchant background looking to transition into field sales
* Field sales experience preferred, but not essential
* Strong relationship-building and account management skills
* Organised with good time management and planning ability
* Self-motivated, driven, and eager to learn and progress
* Able to manage and prioritise a large customer base
* Flexible, proactive, and a strong “go-getter” mindset
The Package
* Basic salary up to £45,000
* Up to 20% OTE
* Hybrid company car
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Ref: CPJ1816