Job Description
Regional Sales Manager – Independent Retail Showroom – South East (SO,PO,GU,RH,BN,TN,ME,CT) We are excited to be working with a leading manufacturer of bathroom products to fill a key role covering the South East region. ( NOT inside M25 ) As a Regional Sales Manager , you will be responsible for managing a growing portfolio of independent retailers, showroom and buying Groups such as IPG, UKPS, NBG, PHG. This role is focused on ensuring that product displays are well-maintained, up-to-date, and prominently positioned in prime showroom spaces.Your role will involve rolling out high-quality bathroom displays across a network of mid-to-high-end independent retailers and showrooms. This role is 80% Account management and 20% new business, you will inherit a client base of 90 live spend accounts that generate £650,000. This is an exciting time to take over the client base and region, as this is a key area for growth within the Group. By increasing brand presence in these locations, you'll help grow sales opportunities by consistently targeting, servicing, and delivering the best service and offerings. Key Responsibilities: Conduct meaningful contacts/meetings (a mix of face-to-face or remote via Teams). Manage and coordinate the roll-out of new product displays to ensure optimal brand presence. Negotiate stock and pricing for small stock deals with key showroom partners. Deliver in-branch training programs for showroom staff and affiliated installers, focusing on the full range of bathroom products and their applications. Support exhibitions and end-user related activities where necessary to promote brand awareness. Drive high customer engagement through a consultative and tailored sales approach. Manage a portfolio of around 90 active clients, generating approximately £650,000 annually. Balance key account management (80%) with new business development (20%) to maintain and grow the region. The Opportunity: This is a fantastic role for an experienced retail sales professional within the bathroom industry to inherit a solid client base. You will have the autonomy to manage accounts, close deals, and target new opportunities to grow the area while working closely with a supportive senior leadership team. What We’re Looking For: A proven track record in retail sales within the bathroom industry. Strong experience in managing and developing relationships with independent retailers and showrooms. The ability to roll out and manage product displays effectively while driving customer engagement through training and support. We are not looking for someone to reinvent the wheel, it’s all about doing the basics right on the sales side, being visible, questioning, competitor analysis, offering solutions and services and being consultative, more than anything its being consistent in the daily and weekly actions. What’s on Offer: A competitive £salary, with a Hybrid car, monthly bonus that is up to £1,250 pcm The chance to be part of a high performing close knit team with opportunities for growth and career development. For further information and a confidential chat, please reach out to Ed Robinson below. Tel: 07946 126 863 Email: Ed@asr-international.co.uk Website: ASR International specialises in Commercial, Operational and Sales-based roles throughout GB; our expertise lies with manufacturers and distributors within the bathroom, brassware, and sanitaryware sector, for senior level appointments and Directors.