Area Sales Manager

Company: Dawsongroup PLC
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Location: Doncaster
Job Description:

As an Area Sales Manager, you will be responsible for delivering agreed quarterly and annual sales budgets while developing strategic local and national customer accounts. You will combine your own sales activity with local business development, helping Dawsongroup Vans identify new opportunities and strengthen its position across the market.

  • Develop strategic local and national accounts, building strong and lasting customer relationships.
  • Convert new business opportunities through leads, referrals and proactive prospecting.
  • Lead local business development by engaging and motivating sales and hire desk personnel.
  • Act as the local figurehead and representative for Dawsongroup Vans.
  • Identify and develop potential markets across the geographical area covered by the Ipswich branch., A culture built around collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Strong relationships across Business Units and functions.
  • A clear focus on customer service and long-term commercial relationships.
  • A commitment to safety, environmental responsibility and business ethics.
  • Opportunities to contribute to both local and wider national business development.

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. About Your Future This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important geographical market while playing a visible role in the continued development of Dawsongroup Vans. You will have the opportunity to grow customer relationships, develop new markets and contribute to the wider business as the network expands.

  • Build and develop strategic customer accounts.
  • 24 days standard leave allowance + Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme)
  • Grow new business through proactive sales and prospecting activity.
  • Develop local markets and identify new commercial opportunities.
  • Work closely with colleagues across the wider Dawsongroup network.
  • Support the development of other areas of the country as the business grows.
  • You will be commercially focused, customer minded and confident developing relationships across customers, colleagues and different Business Units. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences, and if you can demonstrate the right approach, transferable skills and potential,
  • A proactive approach to sales, business development and identifying new opportunities.
  • Strong customer service skills with a focus on service rather than competing on price alone.
  • The ability to lead by example and encourage effective collaboration across teams.
  • A commercial mindset with an understanding of financial returns, profitability and sustainable growth.
  • Confidence working with both local and national opportunities.Dawsongroup Vans is part of Dawsongroup, a business focused on helping customers find practical asset solutions while building strong, long-term relationships. We work collaboratively across Business Units and functions, with a shared focus on customer service, commercial performance and doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues., Our people are our greatest asset. If you are ready to develop relationships, create new opportunities and play an important role in the growth of Dawsongroup Vans, we would love to hear from you.

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026