Area Sales Manager - Northern Ireland and ROI

About Us:

Established in 1942, Eriez is a global leader in separation technologies. Our commitment to innovation has positioned us as a driving market force in several key technology areas including magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection, and material handling equipment. Our 900+ employees are dedicated to providing trusted technical solutions to the mining, food, recycling, packaging, aggregate, and other process industries. Headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania (USA), Eriez designs, manufactures, and markets on six continents through 12 wholly owned international subsidiaries and an extensive sales representative network.

About the Role:

As the Area Sales Manager for Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, you will be pivotal in driving growth and expanding our customer base. Your responsibilities will involve working closely with clients in various industries, ensuring they receive the best solutions from our extensive product line. We are open to receiving applications from suitably qualified candidates based in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key customers in your allocated territory (N. Ireland and ROI) to enhance brand visibility and drive strategic market growth
• Develop strategic relationships, providing consultative support and tailored quotes for magnetic separation and metal detection solutions across industries, including food processing, recycling, packaging and more
• Dedicate the majority of your time to building a pipeline of new business opportunities with both existing and potential customers
• Proactively engage with customers, conducting technical site visits/surveys to understand their needs better and present viable solutions
• Document all customer interactions in our CRM system, ensuring meticulous lead management and follow-up
• Collaborate with corporate management to align regional strategies with overall company objectives
• Engage in regular sales travel throughout Northern Ireland and ROI (approximately 70%) and participate in key exhibitions, showcasing our products and solutions
• Occasional travel to USA to align with our Global Product Management team

• Strong B2B sales experience, preferably within industrial sectors such as recycling, aggregates and mining
• Proven track record of success in sales within Northern Ireland and ROI
• Ability to build and manage relationships with stakeholders at various organizational levels
• Comfortable with proactive outreach and driving sales processes from initial contact to closing
• Ability to make independent, strategic decisions while aligning with company goals
• Experience in sales planning, market analysis, and managing budgets effectively
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Commitment to continuous learning and adaptability to feedback and mentorship
• Demonstrated capability in effective communication with clients and team members

• Competitive annual salary
• Private Healthcare (BUPA)
• Employer pension contributions of up to 6%
• Tech Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 26 days annual leave
• Referral programme
• Discounted shopping vouchers