Are you a proven sales professional with experience selling into manufacturing customers? If so, this Area Sales Manager opportunity could be your next move. Join a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturer based in Sheffield, offering long-term stability and the chance to represent a market leader in its field. Key Responsibilities of an Area Sales Manager Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry and quotation through to order processing and dispatch Build strong relationships with customers, agents, and suppliers, handling queries quickly and professionally Support and progress quotes in collaboration with the internal team to meet deadlines Manage and grow existing accounts, ensuring smooth order flow and customer satisfaction Source products and services to meet customer specifications Attend customer meetings, exhibitions, and events as required Ensure compliance with company procedures, including ISO and QMS standards Use ERP systems to manage orders, stock, and processes Support stock control activities, including annual stock checks Handle occasional local collections and deliveries Requirements Proven experience in sales within manufacturing or engineering sectors Strong commercial awareness with a customer-focused approach Experience managing accounts and handling customer enquiries end-to-end Confident communicator, both written and verbal Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities Experience using ERP/CRM systems Full, clean UK driving ..... full job details .....