Area Sales Manager - South West
Polypipe · United Kingdom
Closing Date for Application:
Thursday 01/10/2026Manthorpe Building Products is a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of plastic injection moulded, vacuum formed and extruded products for the building industry.
Role Overview: We are seeking a driven and commercially focused Area Sales Manager (ASM) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for converting sales leads into profitable business, while building and strengthening relationships with both existing and new customers.
You will work closely with roofing, building, and plumbing merchants and distributors, as well as directly with builders and contractors to generate demand. Regular site visits will be essential to ensure product specifications are met and opportunities are maximised.
Territory
This role covers the South West region. Ideal candidates will be based in or around Swindon, South Wiltshire, Bristol, Bath, Avon, or Salisbury.
Key Responsibilities:
Convert sales leads into profitable business opportunities, maximising revenue across existing, new, and target accounts
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers, including merchants, distributors, builders, and contractors
Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities within the market
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of customer interactions, market intelligence, and stakeholder activity using Salesforce
Prepare and deliver clear, timely, and competitive quotations and proposals tailored to customer needs
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure resources and support are aligned with customer requirements
Provide expert product knowledge and guidance to customers across the full product portfolio
Identify opportunities to expand business within existing accounts and win new business from competitors
Contribute to sales strategies, bids, and overall business growth initiatives
Support the launch and promotion of new products within your territory
Stay informed on industry trends and technological developments to maintain a strong market position
Skills & Requirements:
Proven experience in an external sales or account management role
Background in the construction industry, particularly working with merchants or distributors
Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage a busy territory
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to produce accurate quotations, proposals, and presentations
Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel across the UK as required
Benefits:
Company Car
Bonus
25 days holiday
Contributory pension - up to 8% matched
Company Sick Pay
Share save scheme
Life Assurance Cover
Cycle to work scheme
Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.