Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager We usually respond within two weeks Waterloo Air Products Ltd is a leading UK manufacturer of air distribution products for the building services industry. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and technical expertise, we provide grilles, diffusers, louvres, chilled beams, vav system products and bespoke air distribution solutions to a wide range of commercial, residential, and industrial projects. We work in partnership with consultants, contractors, and architects to deliver tailored solutions that meet the highest standards of performance and design. Position Summary: The Area Sales Manager role focusses on securing Waterloo’s products in project specifications by building strong relationships with consultants, architects, and key end users. Acting as a trusted technical advisor. Be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with mechanical & electrical (M&E) contractors, driving sales growth, and closing specifications for Waterloo products on major building projects. This role requires both technical knowledge of HVAC/air distribution systems and strong commercial acumen to manage complex accounts and long sales cycles. Although this is a remote working role, there may be the requirement to attend one or multiple of our locations across the UK, depending on the needs of the business. The ideal candidate would therefore need to be located in or around the Midlands of the UK. Main duties and responsibilities: (This is not an exhaustive list and is subject to change depending on the needs of the business) Develop and maintain strong relationships with M&E consultants, architects, and end users to secure project specifications. Proactively identify projects at the design stage and position Waterloo products as the preferred solution. Deliver technical presentations, CPDs, and product demonstrations to consultant and architect practices. Provide expert technical support and guidance on air distribution design and product application. Influence product selection by highlighting performance, compliance, sustainability, and aesthetic benefits. Manage and grow relationships with key M&E contractor accounts, acting as their primary point of contact. Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities within the contractor market. Promote Waterloo’s product range, providing technical support and guidance on specifications. Develop account plans to maximise sales opportunities and project conversions. Monitor projects from tender through to installation, supporting contractors at each stage. Prepare and deliver technical submittals, proposals, and arrange quotations. Negotiate commercial terms and close sales agreements in line with company objectives. Collaborate with internal teams (estimating, technical support, customer service, and production) to deliver excellent customer satisfaction. Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, project pipelines, and forecasts using CRM systems. Represent Waterloo at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Stay up to date with market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments within the HVAC/building services sector. Essential experience: Proven track record in account management, sales, or business development, ideally within the construction / building services / HVAC sector. Experience working with M&E consultants & contractors and a solid understanding of the contractor sales cycle. Technical knowledge of HVAC systems, air distribution products, or related building services. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at multiple levels. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects/accounts simultaneously. Commercially driven with strong business acumen. IT literacy, including CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and project tracking tools. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly. Strong influencing and relationship-building ability at senior levels. Desirable experience: Previous experience with air distribution products (grilles, diffusers, louvres, etc.). Existing network of contacts in the M&E contractor community. Knowledge of relevant building regulations and industry standards. Excellent presentation and communication skills, including delivery of CPDs Knowledge of sustainability, energy efficiency, and relevant environmental standards (e.g., BREEAM, EPDs). We offer At Swegon, we work to create the world's best indoor climate that makes people thrive and feel good inside. We have ambitious goals in our sustainability efforts, in offering the most energy-efficient products, promoting gender equality, and becoming carbon neutral, and we have clear transparency in our work. We offer exciting challenges in a global environment with competent colleagues and a culture characterized by our values; "Customer Empathy, Trust, and Commitment," which permeate everything we do and are the basis for the decisions we make and how we interact with each other. At Swegon, we have an open and flexible organizational culture with short decision-making processes, plenty of development opportunities, and we care about you being able to balance your work with your personal life. We place great emphasis on personal qualities, welcome applicants with different backgrounds, and strive for diversity and gender equality. (Please note; we are not considering agencies to assist with filling this position.) #LI-SW1 INDSWE Department Sales Locations Midlands Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time Remote Status Remote working About Swegon UK & I Swegon Group AB, owned by Investment AB Latour, listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, is a market leading supplier in the field of indoor environment, offering solutions for ventilation, heating, cooling and climate optimisation, as well as connected services and expert technical support. Swegon has subsidiaries in and distributors all over the world and 21 production plants in Europe, North America and India. The company employs more than 3 300 people and in 2023 had a turnover of 8.8 billion SEK. Founded in 1980 Co-workers 600 Turnover 100M