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Area Sales Manager (Industry Hire)
Job summary
Employer: MKM Building Supplies
Position: MKM Building Supplies – Area Sales Manager (Industry Hire)
Salary: Competitive salary + Bonus
Location: Mansfield (Oceanair)
Work arrangement: On-site
Employment type: Full-time
Closing date: 31.10.2026
Job description

Oceanair is an award-winning distributor of air conditioning and heating products, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a proactive and creative Marketing Coordinator to support our marketing efforts and help build brand awareness.
MKM is one of the fastest growing independent Builders Merchants in the UK and has acquired Oceanair with a view of expanding its model into the HVAC industry. Oceanair distributes Cooling and Heating products with their technical expertise from design to commissioning being a key lever to their success. MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 149 branches and over 3300 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the ‘MKM family’ for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!
Purpose
An experienced Air Conditioning industry professional who can absorb a significant customer book and provide immediate credibility with contractors, consultants and customers.
Why We’re Recruiting
Following continued growth and expansion, Oceanair is strengthening its customer support and account management team across the Midlands region.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a portfolio of RAC/PAC/VRF customers.
- Build relationships with contractors, end users and consultants.
- Identify project opportunities and pipeline growth.
- Work closely with internal quotations, technical and customer service teams.
- Support the transition and development of customer relationships across the wider business.
- Maintain high levels of customer responsiveness and service.
Benefits
- A competitive pay package.
- Generous discretionary bonus scheme
- Car/ car allowance
- Substantial staff discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Perkbox discounts
- Contributory pension scheme
- Financial Planning Support
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free parking
- Enhanced Maternity
- Enhanced Paternity
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health Support
Any queries, please call on: 01482 262280
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Requirements
Ideal Candidate
- RAC/PAC/VRF knowledge – preferably with our brands: Daikin/Fujitsu/Panasonic
- Strong account management skills.
- Able to manage relationships remotely and in person.
- Commercially aware.
- Self-motivated and organised.
- Looking for a long-term opportunity.
