Regional Sales Manager

Cloud 9 is delighted to be working on behalf of a highlyrespected Yorkshire-based packaging manufacturer to appoint an Area SalesManager for an established and profitable territory across the North-West andYorkshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successfulbusiness with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service.The company supplies bespoke industrial packaging solutions into a wide rangeof sectors including manufacturing, furniture, kitchen, automotive, aerospaceand electronics.

The successful candidate will inherit a well-establishedcustomer portfolio currently generating approximately £3 million turnover,whilst also identifying and developing new business opportunities across theregion.

This is a retained and exclusive appointment being managedsolely by Cloud 9.

The Role

Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will takefull ownership of your territory, manage a portfolio of long-standing customerswhilst driving sustainable growth through new business development.

You will be given the autonomy to manage your own diary,customer relationships and sales strategy, supported by a highly experiencedinternal team who are committed to helping you succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing an established customer portfolio worth approximately £3     million
• Identifying and securing new business opportunities across the territory
• Building strong relationships with customers at multiple levels
• Negotiating commercial agreements and pricing proposals
• Working closely with internal design, estimating and customer service teams
• Identifying opportunities for product development and cross-selling
• Delivering realistic and achievable growth across the territory
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity and emerging sectors
• Providing accurate sales forecasts and pipeline updates

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, commercially minded salesprofessional who thrives on building relationships and creating opportunities.

You will already have experience selling industrialpackaging solutions or closely related products into manufacturing environmentsand will possess a strong track record of both account development and newbusiness generation.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience within industrial packaging, transit packaging or a related manufacturing sector
• A proven track record in field-based B2B sales
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• The ability to identify and develop new market opportunities
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• High levels of self-motivation, positivity and resilience
• A professional and consultative approach to sales
• Strong organisational and territory management skills
• The ability to work autonomously whilst contributing positively to a wider     team

Why Join?

This business genuinely values its people.

You will be joining a friendly, supportive and collaborativeteam where colleagues work together, share ideas and celebrate success. Theculture is positive, friendly and customer-focused, providing an excellentenvironment for an ambitious sales professional looking to make a meaningfulimpact.

The company offers:

• Competitive basic salary
• 25 days holiday plus stats
• Uncapped commission structure
• On-target earnings circa £100,000+
• Company car, Laptop & Mobile
• Established customer portfolio
• Strong internal support network
• High levels of autonomy and trust
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing business

Apply

All applications and enquiries relating to this positionshould be directed exclusively to Cloud 9.

Application Deadline: 31st July 2026

Due to the confidential nature of this assignment, furtherdetails regarding the client will be discussed with suitably qualifiedcandidates during the recruitment process.

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