Regional Sales Manager

We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager to join our Eastern team. If you have experience in managing a team, selling to a network of farms in the UK, and you are passionate about sustainable farming practices, we would be delighted to hear from you!
Our company is a renowned innovator and expert in soil, crop, and animal nutrition, offering effective agronomic solutions that are globally recognised. As a Farmers Weekly Transition Partner, we lead the way in supporting farmers to adopt sustainable and efficient farming practices.
In this role, you will manage a team of Technical Sales Specialists in the Eastern region of the UK. Your primary responsibility will be to implement a robust sales strategy, actively sell to your network to assist your team, and take accountability for the overall regional P&L statement for your region.
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a rewarding role in a company that is making a real difference to UK farmers!
Key responsibilities : (not limited to):
Manage and lead a team of sales professionals, developing high-performance
Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and targets
Selling to your network, helping your team to achieve KPIs and assist in developing the region
Set and monitor team KPIs
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned region
Provide sales forecasts and reports
Develop a distribution relationship strategy, providing commercial and technical support
Provide agronomic support to your team
Provide on-field support to your team
Develop/train sales team in technical and commercial aspects
About you
(essential):
Minimum degree qualified (agriculture-related or other closely related field)
People management experience within farming/agriculture (two years minimum)
Commercial experience – successful background in sales within the farming/agricultural industry
Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving targets and driving revenue growth
Ability to analyse market data and develop effective sales strategies
Proficient in using CRM software and other sales tools
FACTs qualified/agronomic experience
A full, clean UK Driving License
Benefits:
Competitive annual salary
Company car and fuel card
25 days holiday + BH
Employee discount scheme applying to hundreds of popular retailers
Company pension scheme
Life assurance scheme