External Sales Manager
365 People
- Leeds, England, United Kingdom
- Leeds, England, United Kingdom
About
About the Business
We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established, fast-growing electrical wholesale business with a strong local presence and a reputation for service, availability and long-term customer relationships. This is a high-impact role for a commercial, self-driven salesperson who enjoys building a patch and growing profitable accounts.
The Role
As an External Sales Manager, you’ll take ownership of a Leeds-based territory, focusing on increasing sales, protecting margin and developing long-term partnerships with electrical contractors, M&E businesses and trade customers. You’ll work closely with the branch team to ensure a seamless customer experience from quotation through to delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and grow a portfolio of existing trade accounts across the Leeds area
* Identify, target and win new business opportunities within your patch
* Build a strong pipeline through regular customer visits, prospecting and referrals
* Prepare and follow up quotations, negotiate pricing and protect margin
* Promote a broad electrical product range and introduce new lines where relevant
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure service levels, delivery and stock support
* Maintain accurate CRM/pipeline activity and report on performance against targets
* Provide market feedback on competitor activity, pricing trends and customer needs
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in external/field sales within electrical wholesale or closely related sectors
* Strong commercial awareness (sales growth, margin, pricing and account development)
* Confident winning and developing relationships with electrical contractors/trade customers
* Self-motivated, organised and able to manage a territory with minimal supervision
* Comfortable with targets, KPIs and maintaining a structured sales pipeline
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable (but not essential)
* Knowledge of the Leeds/West Yorkshire contractor and trade market
* Experience selling a broad range of electrical products (e.g., cable, lighting, containment, switchgear, EV/renewables, tools)
* Strong CRM discipline and reporting habits
What’s On Offer
* Competitive basic salary (DOE)
* Bonus/commission scheme
* Company car or car allowance (role dependent)
* Benefits package
* Long-term progression opportunities within a growing business
How to Apply
Apply via CV-Library with your CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the role, territory and package in confidence
Languages
- English
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