Our client is part of an international group (present in 125 countries) offering quality products in food, personal care products, home care, cosmetics and chemicals.
Within their business portfolio, they have a leading brand sold exclusively to professionals. It offers effective solutions for bonding, assembly, construction, sealing, welding, lubrication and maintenance.These are top quality products designed specifically for the professional to make work easier, faster and more reliable.
The company is currently looking to strengthen its French team with an Area Manager for Centre - Orléans. The person to be recruited will be responsible for the departments of 91 Essonne, 77 Seine-et-Marne, 10 Aube, 45 Loiret, 89 Yonne, 41 Loir-et-Cher, 36 Indre, 18 Cher, 58 Nièvree. This is the management of an existing market that can still be partly expanded through acquisition.
You are responsible for the success of a strong brand. You are responsible for achieving sales and margin targets in your area. You visit existing and potential customers (wholesalers and end users) in the plumbing/CV world, the wholesale of technical and building materials, the hardware trade and industry.
You are independently responsible for managing your area according to the agreed sales plans. The goal is to achieve sales and profit targets. This is a challenging position where you can demonstrate your sales skills and ability to build long-term relationships.
Your knowledge and experience, practical aspects
- You are fluent in French at a mother tongue level (oral, written)
- You live in the area or move to the area at short notice
- You can rely on successful previous commercial experience
- You are familiar with the professional market (construction and/or industry), knowledge of the French market is a strong plus
Your personality and motivation
- You are entrepreneurial, proactive and result-oriented
- You can work independently (organize your time optimally)
- You have the ability to adapt to changes in the market
- You have a sense of responsibility
- You are pragmatic
- You speak easily in front of a group (giving training and demonstrations)
- You have a valid driving license
- Represent a strong brand with high growth potential
- Be part of a strong team
- a salary package in line with your responsibilities, a company car and various benefits