Area Sales Manager

Position: Area Sales Manager - Homebased / Field Sales (Lake District/Cumbria)

Salary: Up to £32,000 + fantastic bonus, company car or car allowance, and a home-based contract

At Brakes, we’re on an exciting journey of growth! If you’re currently in Field Sales or have the ambition to thrive in one of the largest and most dynamic Food Service sales forces, we have an incredible opportunity for you. Join our Independent Sales Team as an Area Sales Manager and help us shape the future!

• Embody our Company Values and Purpose.
• Build and nurture strong customer relationships with a genuine interest in the independent sector.
• Drive customer growth and retention, achieving profitable volume growth against targets.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their growth plans, providing valuable solutions and products.
• Stay informed about competitor activities to ensure you offer the best local solutions.
• Work closely with the Business Development Manager to understand new customer needs and ensure seamless transitions.
• Act as a brand ambassador for Brakes in your local market.

We’re looking for someone who is highly service-oriented, putting customers at the heart of everything you do. You should be tenacious, resilient, and a self-starter with a proven track record of meeting targets. Your drive for personal development and continuous improvement will be key to your success, and you’ll have access to a variety of learning and development programs to help you grow.

Familiarity with our modernization program and new technologies will be beneficial, and while experience with Salesforce isn’t mandatory, it would certainly be an advantage!

• Competitive base salary with uncapped bonus potential.
• Home-based contract for flexibility.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Options to purchase additional holiday to enhance your annual leave.
• Access to award-winning products at nearly cost price.

At Brakes, we’re not just looking for a good fit; we want individuals who will help us become even better. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity. We want you to define our culture—bring your whole self to work! #BelongAtBrakes

Our purpose is simple yet powerful: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another. With our commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and our award-winning products, you’ll have the full support of the Brakes business behind you.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something special!