Sales careers can reach high levels if you have the right experience and work hard. Regional sales manager jobs are some of the most important to a number of industries. The motivation and leading of sales teams in an organisation is all down to people in regional manager jobs. These industries can include fast moving consumer goods, pharmaceuticals and finance. This guide details information about this type of sales role.
Sales Careers – Job Description
This managerial position is in charge of making sure teams in their region reach their sales targets. Most regional sales manager jobs oversee the performance of a number of branches in a certain area of the country. This manager could also be responsible for selling certain products to particular customers.
Recruitment, training and the supervision of certain staff is also the responsibility of regional manager jobs. A person in this role would hire managers below him/her, e.g. branch manager of a shop.
Entry
The routes to getting regional sales manager jobs vary from company to company. It is normally expected that an applicant will have sufficient sales experience and retail knowledge. Qualifications are not strictly needed, but relevant one could help. Usually, it is possible to progress from the bottom of a company and through hard work and recognition you could be promoted until you reach area sales manager status
Salary
The salary of an area sales manager is typically quite high as the position is demanding and requires a great amount of travelling. The money earned can start at £20,000 and could reach more than £60,000 with benefits.
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