Area Sales Manager

About the role

• Field based role primarily covering the Cumbria and Lake District area

Are you well‑acquainted with the drinks industry? Do you revel in meeting clients and establishing connections? If so, step into the role of an Area Sales Manager and immerse yourself in our diverse client base.

This is your chance to build relationships and grow your network with our exceptional customers. Leveraging your sector knowledge and interpersonal finesse, you'll engage with customers daily, cultivating extraordinary relationships. Whether it's wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, or water, your mission is to elevate sales and turnover, ensuring each account realizes its full potential. Moreover, you'll have the exciting opportunity to propel Matthew Clark into new heights by spearheading innovative business ventures.

Success hinges on translating trade strategies into action and staying ahead with market insights. If your passion for our industry is palpable, you're already ahead of the game. You will also have the opportunity to impact your bonus earnings through meeting your KPI’s in the field.

Whether you possess a robust On Trade background in Account Management and aspire to collaborate with a market leader or have first‑hand knowledge of our sector from behind the bar, we're here to support your journey to expertise. What matters most is your tenacity and drive to deliver results. Connecting with customers and possessing commercial acumen are key attributes. If you have potential, we'll equip you with our systems and empower your career to soar.

A WSET qualification minimum level 2 is desirable but not essential; it takes more than that to stand out – this is about harnessing your innate people skills.

Armed with a full driving licence (maximum six points), you'll be ready to embark on a journey covering primarily the Cumbria and Lake District area.

Matthew Clark is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.