Area Account Manager Temporary – Mares / Head swim / SSI
The Company:
We have a long tradition of manufacturing quality engineered products and are considered one of the leading brands within the scuba diving market. Part of The Head Group we have a strong list of brands in a diverse range of watersports including Scuba diving, Spearfishing, Snorkelling, Swimming.
The Role:
Reporting to the UK category manager, you will be responsible for the development of existing accounts and new business acquisition within our southern sales territory. The initial contract will be temporary to cover maternity leave with the possibility of extension.
The role has a level of autonomy where you will be encouraged to develop and implement strategies to improve the business in your territory to meet the overall business plan.
Usual business hours apply but weekend and evening work will be required as candidates will be responsible for, and required to attend, various promotional events.
You will be required to visit a variety of retail businesses to sell all brands in the water sport category including Mares Diving, Snorkelling and Spearfishing, Head swimwear and SSI scuba training. You will be expected to develop sales by effective account management and will be expected to identify and maximise opportunities.
This will be done by appropriate time management, accurate reporting and analysis of sales figures as well as the ability to close a deal, control margins and hit targets. In return you will get a competitive salary, circa £30k OTE depending on experience, laptop, company mobile, car allowance.
Role requirements:
Candidates will be educated to a high standard with a strong history in sales and marketing roles. Proficient in the use of excel, word and power point. They should be knowledgeable in the use of equipment in the Head Watersports range. You will need to be an active scuba diver instructor preferably SSI. You need a full clean UK driving licence and own your own car and should be willing to take a medical.
Please apply in writing with a CV to r.corner@uk.mares.com