About this role
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our External Sales department as a Technical Area Sales Manager. The candidate will be based within and covering the CB, LU, PE and SG postcode areas.
Our focus in external sales is to develop new business and grow existing accounts within the Private and Domestic sector in set geographical area, whist actively promoting the complete product portfolio across all technologies. To deliver exceptional Key Account management whist maximising efficiency and effectiveness
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Achieving defined targets across product rangeBuilding and maintain customer accounts across multi-tech Sales area focusing on Private & Domestic Installers, Merchants and British GasIdentifying all customer business opportunities and implement activities to develop strong customer relationshipsTaking personal responsibility for resolving local issues using commercial and business awarenessSupporting our associated departments (Service, Marketing, Product Management, Logistics, Training, Internal Sales etc.) in dispute resolution between our core customers and the consumer Skills & Attributes:
Able to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficientlyDetailed knowledge of industry, heating market, network and key contactsGood understanding of customer base, purchase potential and marketKnowledge of relevant legislation and technical issuesAbility to negotiate and influence at many levelsStrong sales and key account management skillsExcellent communication and presentation skills coupled with an ability to build relationships at all levelsComputer literate with a good understanding of the PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel & Outlook packagesAbility to operate on social media platforms and deliver key messages to our customer base via this mediumTo prepare and interpret management information and reportsAbility to execute business change initiatives and maintain continuous improvement focus Working Hours: 37 hours per week – standard working pattern of 08:30 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:30 – 16:30 Friday with a 1-hour lunchbreak
Working with us comes with the following benefits:
Hybrid working options available25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays – additional service days accrued after 5 yearsEligibility for our Company Performance BonusEnhanced pension contributionsAccess to the Perkbox and My Benefits platforms giving access to discounts, group income protection and death in service benefitsEmployee Assistance Programme and Virtual GPDiscounts on products from across the Bosch GroupSubsidised onsite café and canteenHealth & wellbeing support including over 200 trained mental health first aid champions, free of charge employee assistance programme and after 2 years’ service you gain eligibility for funding up to £150 per annum to support your personal wellbeingAccess to Bosch Social Club membership offering you and up to 5 friends and family discounts on excursions and eventsVolunteering daysCycle to work scheme with discounts on push-bikes, e-bikes and accessoriesPolicy to support growing familiesAccess to self-service training platform containing over 200 Bosch approved programmesNetworking opportunities across Bosch UK including a mentoring programmeAnd more!We welcome applications from a range of candidates but please note that to apply for this position you must have the right to live and work in the UK from the start date of employment and for the duration of your employment.