About this role
<p><img src="https://dmscdn.successfactors.com/27c0a91770d9ecac9ed08a9f63f401a6121aa728d77960676d754d492bcae147/static_content/8761288a654040abb2af/jobad1.png" alt="" width="748" height="128"> </p> <p> </p><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Can you bring your negotiation skills to our Area Sales team based in the London/South East UK, where you can enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">What you would do as our </span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Area Sales Manager- Contract</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">We are seeking an Area Sales Manager- Contract (London/South East) to join our UK & I Sales Team and drive profitable growth across the region. This role is responsible for developing sales with both new and existing contract project customers, identifying opportunities across multiple sectors, preparing and converting quotations, and consistently achieving order intake and revenue targets.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Acting as the primary point of contact for allocated customers, you will build long‑term relationships while providing expert technical, commercial, and product support. Success in the role requires proactive business development, strong pipeline and CRM management, market awareness, and effective collaboration with internal teams to deliver an excellent customer experience.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">You would also:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Achieve </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">or exceed revenue and order intake targets through proactive sales activity and effective pipeline management.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Identify</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">, secure, and develop new customers while maintaining strong, long-term relationships with existing accounts.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Provide </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">accurate quotations, negotiate pricing and terms, and manage opportunities through the CRM system.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Maintain </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">in-depth knowledge of the product range, regulations, competitor offerings, and market trends.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Ensure </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">accurate reporting, CRM data integrity, and full compliance with company policies and procedures.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The skills and experience you need <br></span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We are looking for someone who has:</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Proven </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">experience in either sales, estimating, or account management within manufacturing, ideally doors or construction products.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Strong </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">understanding of door systems, materials (timber, composite, steel, aluminium), hardware, and relevant building standards.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Ability </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documents.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Experience </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">preparing accurate quotations, cost breakdowns, and bills of materials.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">What we offer</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">• A competitive salary and incentive scheme.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Variety </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">of benefits including Holiday Flex, Cycle 2 Work, attractive company pension, discount portal, recognition scheme and wellbeing program… to name just a few!</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">• Salary: £55,000- £60,000 per annum </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We review applications regularly, so don’t wait</span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> </span></strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us. Just set up your profile and apply here.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post. If you have any questions about the role or the process, email </span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Nadia Aslam, Recruitment Business Partner at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> <span style="color:#467886;text-decoration:underline">.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Let’s create a safer and more open world - together! </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p> </p> <p><strong>We are the ASSA ABLOY Group</strong><br>Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. </p> <p>As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.</p> <p>As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.</p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:white">#LI-WGIE</span></p>