Area Sales ManagerPPG | Field-Based RoleFull Time | PermanentThe Role:To lead, motivate, engage and develop the Store Operations Managers to achieve sales targets for the area through the delivery of outstanding customer service and operational excellence within a compliant environment. Develop and implement tactical plans in line with network strategy in order to stimulate growth and continuously expand market share within your area. This is a field-based role covering stores in: Stevenage, Luton, Milton Keynes, Watford, Holloway, Romford, Edmonton and Barking.What We Can Offer:Competitive starting salary at 45,000K with yearly pay reviewsAnnual bonus scheme 12%-42% of salary, paid quarterlyCompany car with fuel card and mileage allowance.Comprehensive pension scheme with generous company contributions.Private healthcare plan funded by the company, with options to extend coverage to family members.75% staff discount on paint and decorating tools.Access to sporting and social events for networking.Colleague recognition program and inclusive workplace culture.Colleague assistance program offering 24/7 wellbeing support.Monday to Friday work schedule with all bank holidays and Christmas period off.Key Skills:Leading teams in multi-site managementUse of Employee Management SystemsManagement of Profit and Loss statementsOperational experience within a Trade or Retail environmentAbility to manage a diverse range of activitiesEffective at planning and prioritisingProven track record in achieving resultsSkilled in effective communicationExtensive experience in a customer orientated environmentComplaint with Microsoft productThe ability and motivation to continually develop product and industry knowledge.Full UK Driving License (Held for at least 1 year)Key Accountabilities:Deliver the network strategic sales plan to drive growth of B2B and B2C sales volume across your area ensuring your Store Operations Manager and Sales Assistant teams understand their local customer base, competitor activity in order to maximise sales opportunitiesIdentify and act upon opportunities to maximise sales whilst delivering margin within your area.Utilisation of our Customer Relations Management tools to monitor & promote sales opportunitiesAssist with new hire digital onboardingComplete effective business reviews and store visits with Store Operations ManagersEncourage and lead participation in promotional activity to exceed area targetsRemain fully aware of competitor activity and deploy effective appropriate strategies to retain and improve market share in consultation with the Regional Controller/Divisional ManagerManage all controllable costs, with particular emphasis on employee costs & inventory levelsEncourage and share best practice across the Region to deliver continual business improvementsAbout us:PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLDThrough leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company.The PPG Way 2030We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddontstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.We are excellentoperatorsProductive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers. We compete to winFuture-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.We are PPG proudStrong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.PPGprovidesequal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. JBRP1_UKTJ