Area Sales Manager
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (92% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and Pfleiderer Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
🚀 We're Hiring: Area Sales Manager (South UK) | Pfleiderer UK Ltd
Are you a driven sales professional with experience in building products, interiors, furniture manufacturing, or wood-based panel solutions?
Pfleiderer UK Ltd is looking for an ambitious Area Sales Manager to lead growth across Southern England and Wales, developing strong customer relationships and driving market share for one of Europe's leading manufacturers of decorative and engineered wood panel products.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Head of Sales, you'll be responsible for growing sales, managing key accounts, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering exceptional customer experiences across a diverse customer base.
This is a home-based role with extensive travel throughout the South UK region.
Key Responsibilities
✅ Deliver and exceed sales, margin, and growth targets
✅ Develop relationships with distributors, fabricators, merchants, manufacturers, specifiers, and end users
✅ Identify and win new business opportunities across all sectors
✅ Conduct customer visits, presentations, and product demonstrations
✅ Monitor market trends and competitor activity
✅ Collaborate with customer service, marketing, logistics, and technical teams
✅ Maintain accurate forecasting and CRM records
✅ Represent Pfleiderer at exhibitions, industry events, and customer meetings
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
- Proven success in field sales
- Building products, timber, panel products, furniture manufacturing, interiors, or related sectors
- Strong commercial and negotiation skills
- Key account and distribution management experience
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven
Desirable
- Knowledge of decorative surfaces, laminates, MDF, particleboard, or wood panel products
- Specification selling experience
- Understanding of furniture, interior fit-out, or construction markets
What You'll Bring
We are looking for someone who is:
- Customer-focused and consultative
- Confident presenting and influencing
- Resilient, energetic, and commercially driven
- Able to work independently whilst being part of a wider team
- Passionate about delivering excellent customer service
What We Offer
⭐ Competitive Salary
⭐ Performance-Related Bonus
⭐ Company Vehicle
⭐ Pension Scheme
⭐ Life Assurance
If you're ready to take the next step in your sales career and join a respected industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply now or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Pfleiderer Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.