SALES AREA MANAGER

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.

Job description

The Area Sales Manager is expected to promote Ariston UK’s full range of products, offering our range of domestic products to Merchants, Installers & Contractors within the heating and renewable industry.

The core objective will be to target the domestic market, holding meetings, developing presentations and networking effectively to enhance brand awareness and support an increase in sales revenue.

Job responsibilities

• Grow and nurture our existing stakeholders, as well as targeting new opportunities, to successfully increase Ariston UK’s market presence and brand reputation.

• Key contact in relation to sales within Ariston UK, both internally and externally.

• Nurture existing customer relationships and drive business growth, by proactively identifying and developing new opportunities.

• Awareness of competitor products and market trends, to ensure we stay ahead of the market, as well as establishing and maintaining relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners.

• Proficient in the use of systems and software to collate, analyse and present data with confidence, discussing the details to all stakeholders where required.

• CRM management and review in relation to Sales information.

• Excel management and review in relation to Sales data.

• Product knowledge within the industry, with clear understanding of USPs and technical information in respect of boilers, heat pumps and water heaters.

• Demonstrated ability to discuss all brands within Ariston UK (Ariston, Elco, ATAG) with familiarity and ease, including the full product range within each brand.

• Understanding of industry legislation and ethical best practices.

• Any other reasonable tasks assigned within the trade sales area of responsibility.

Skill set required

• Confidence in usage of full Microsoft suite including Excel + PowerPoint

• Prior experience with input, analyzing and outputting data in CRM system

• Communication of a professional corporate nature both written and verbal

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people. We strive to provide a work environment that is accessible, welcoming and inclusive, in full compliance with applicable legal requirements. In line with this commitment, we promote fair, transparent and equitable reward practices. The compensation package will be determined based on experience, skills and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender neutral criteria. We believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.

Location: Basildon, GB, SS156SJ

Position Level: Senior Specialist

Posting Date: Sep 4, 2026