Job DescriptionArea Sales ManagerEurope Central South, Middle East Africa This role involves frequent international travel. When not travelling, you will be based at our Water Technologies offices in Lane End, High Wycombe.Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours25 Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays (with option to buy / sell!), Pension Scheme, PrivateMedical Insurance, Access to a Private GP, Commission Scheme, Company Car / Cash Allowance, plus a wide range of flexible benefits________________________________________________________________________We are seeking a hunter spirit and driven Area Sales Manager to join our Veolia Science and Healthcare Division, the global pioneer in Laboratory Water Purification Technology. With over 80 years of innovation, we’re dedicated to enabling scientific breakthroughs through pure water solutions that power research and discovery worldwide.Are you looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and sustainable growing global company with the most innovative portfolio into the market place?Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet and world around us?If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will play a pivotal role within the Water Technologies - Science & Healthcare sales team. Your mission;Drive regional sales growth plan while providing Water Technologies Science and Healthcare Teams with valuable Market Insights and Product feedbackDevelop and execute strategic sales plans for each business unit to consistently exceed Targets Sales metric driven (KPIs) Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, developing lead generation as well as focusing on key accounts to achieve quarterly and annual revenue goals.Collaborate with all company stakeholders to set ambitious growth targets and implement high-impact strategies How will you do this?Engage and influence clients at all levels, building strong, long-term relationshipsCraft compelling business proposals, sales plans, and contracts in collaboration with Water Technologies - S&H teamsLead and develop regular customer meetings to strengthen partnerships and drive long-term successStay ahead of the competition by monitoring market trends and identifying new growth opportunitiesQualificationsWhat you will bring;Understanding of laboratory instrumentation workflows and key driversProficiency in CRM software (Salesforce would be an advantage)Knowledge of business metrics, typically bookings, revenue and marginsProven experience in sales forecastingStrong balance of sales hunting and account management skillsTrack record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growthExperience managing third-party channels and global accountsPresentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skillsExpertise in strategic sales planning and business developmentExperience working in international marketsStrong communication skills to drive collaboration across regional and national teamsAbility to secure and manage high-value international deals Skills and Experience;Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field or sales (Master’s / MBA preferred)Extensive sales experience in the scientific / lab equipment industry (up to 8 years)Strong technical knowledge of pure water principles and the ELGA product range.Proficient in Google SuiteBusiness-conscious and commercially astuteFluent in English, with additional European languages being a plusAdditional InformationWhat’s next?If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps. Our promise to youWe know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you will be part of our market leading pension and share scheme. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support,so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. Diversity and InclusionAt Water Technologies - Elga, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We acknowledge that supporting diversity and engagement is not only the right thing to do, but also the right thing for our business. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. This commitment is embedded into our values and beliefs that our business is at its best when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.