Area Sales Manager – Access​/Scaffolding

Area Sales Manager – Access / Scaffolding The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager to join a well-established and market-leading supplier within the access, scaffolding and construction hire sector.

This role is based out of a Manchester depot and covers Lancashire and South Cumbria
, managing and developing relationships across contractors, developers, hire distributors.

The position is available due to an internal restructure, offering a strong platform for an ambitious sales professional looking to grow within a successful national business.

You will be responsible for promoting a range of non-mechanical hire and access solutions
, developing new business opportunities while maintaining existing customer relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Selling a portfolio of access and scaffolding-related hire products
• Managing and developing accounts across main contractors, sub contractors and developers
• Building relationships with merchants and hire distributors
• Identifying new business opportunities within the construction sector
• Conducting regular customer site visits across the region
• Working collaboratively with the depot team (attendance expected in branch approximately one day per week)

Products include:

• Scaffold boards and beams
• Perimeter fencing and safety systems
• Fall safety and safety deck solutions

Our client is a leading UK supplier within the access and safety equipment market, operating a nationwide branch network and supporting major construction projects across the UK. The business has an established reputation for quality, service and long‑term customer partnerships.

Suitable candidates may include:

• Proven field sales representatives within construction or hire
• Internal sales professionals looking to progress into an external role
• Individuals from scaffolding or site‑based backgrounds seeking a move into sales
• Strong relationship builders who are confident meeting customers on site

You will be:

• Personable and relationship‑driven
• Commercially aware and motivated
• Comfortable working within the construction environment
• Keen to develop a long‑term career in sales

Quarterly bonus (£4k–£12k potential annually)

Company car (plug‑in hybrid)

Pension (6% contribution)

25 days holiday

Structured support and progression opportunities