Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales Manager – Southern England | Home-based Visum Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of an established pump manufacturer, who are looking to appoint a Regional Sales Manager to lead their Southern sales team. This is a great opportunity for a commercially driven sales leader to take ownership of a region, setting direction for a team of three and building lasting customer relationships. The Role

• You will lead and manage the Southern sales team (currently 3 staff), giving clear direction, support and recognition to deliver the company growth strategy.
• You will coach and mentor team members to develop both commercially and technically.
• The role involves setting and agreeing regional sales budgets and KPIs in line with company targets, and managing team performance.
• You will maintain a high level of customer engagement and build productive, long-term relationships.
• You will analyse competitor activity and feed back to the management team, and play an active part in local product development ideas and marketing spend allocation.
• You will present a monthly sales report covering regional market performance, customer activity and challenges.
• You will work collaboratively with sales teams and office functions, and occasionally attend meetings or training at UK and European head offices.
• The working pattern is around 70% on the road and 30% from your home office, with flexibility to suit business needs. About You
• We are looking for an experienced sales professional with proven people management or team leadership experience.
• You will have a strong track record of managing budgets and KPIs and growing a regional customer base.
• Technical sales experience in pumps, fluid handling or mechanical/building services products would be a significant advantage.
• You will be a confident coach and communicator, comfortable presenting performance to senior management.
• Knowledge of building services, industrial, waste water or irrigation markets would be beneficial. Full product training will be provided. Package
• Basic Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience
• 15% bonus
• Company car (electric)
• 8% pension
• Private healthcare
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Product and technical training
• Home-based with regular travel across the Southern region
• Full-time, permanent position If you're an experienced Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager or Technical Sales Leader looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.