Area Sales Manager – Hardware ToolsJob Title: Area Sales Manager – Hardware ToolsIndustry Sector: Hardware, Tools, Telesteps, Hammers, Tape Measures, Axes, Dry Markers, Tool Bags, Squares, Independent Hardware Stores, Regional Builders Merchants, Wholesale, Distribution, DIY Sheds, DIY StoresArea to be covered: IrelandRemuneration: €50,000 + 25% BonusBenefits: EV and comprehensive benefits packageThe role of the Area Sales Manager – Hardware Tools will involve: * Field sales role promoting a manufactured range of premium hardware tools, including; hammers, squares, axes, dry markers, tape measures, tool bags etc. * Stimulating demand with independent hardware stores predominantly but also regional builders merchants * Back-selling through wholesale relationship with Tool Bank Ireland to develop distribution channel, and supporting their field sales team with our client's premium tools as and when required * Inheriting circa 50 customers initially, you will be tasked with growing this number to 150 in your first year * Predominantly a new business development role * Leveraging existing customer relationships within customers of our clients' other well-known workwear brand * Strategic role, this position will the first dedicated field sales representative for Ireland * Attending trade shows as required * Full product training will be providedThe ideal applicant will be an Area Sales Manager – Hardware Tools with: * Field sales experience from within the tools industry or construction equipment sectors * New business attitude with the ability to build and maintain customer relationships * Strong negotiation and communication skills * Territory management capability, excellent organizational and time management abilities * Willingness to travel as needed, including UK / Overseas on occasionMitchell Maguire is a specialist Construction Sales Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively with Construction Sales Jobs, Construction sales Vacancies and Specification Sales Positions within: Hardware, Tools, Telesteps, Tape Measures, Hammers, Axes, Dry Markers, Tool Bags, Squares, Independent Hardware Stores, Regional Builders Merchants, Wholesale, Distribution, DIY Sheds, DIY Stores