Contract Sales Development Manager

McCarthy Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Recruitment seeks a Contract Sales Development Manager to lead growth in the contract furniture sector across the UK and Ireland. This role demands a strategic thinker with proven experience in sales development, project management, and excellent relationship-building skills. Join a growing company to shape future success and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Car allowance

Autonomy in a strategic role

Exciting projects in the sector

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior sales or business development within the contract furniture sector.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence (clean).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of contract sales development across the UK & Ireland.
• Identify new business opportunities in various sectors.
• Develop and execute a 5-year growth strategy.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project Management

Sales Strategy

Relationship Building

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Job Title: Contract Sales Development Manager

Location: United Kingdom

Role: Permanent – Full time

Ready to Lead Growth in the Contract Furniture Sector?

We’re seeking a commercially astute and relationship-driven Contract Sales Development Manager to spearhead growth across the Build-to-Rent (BTR), Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), leisure, PRS, and affordable housing sectors. This is a high-impact role within a well-established, award-winning furniture supplier that’s entering an exciting phase of expansion.

With over three decades of industry success and a strong reputation for quality, value, and service, this business is now focused on scaling its presence in the contract fulfilment space. If you’re a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a passion for building long-term partnerships, this is your opportunity to shape the future of a growing business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Take full ownership of contract sales development across the UK & Ireland
• Identify and convert new business opportunities in BTR, PBSA, leisure, and housing sectors
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, developers, and industry influencers
• Develop and execute a 5-year growth strategy with clear go-to-market plans and performance tracking
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery and customer satisfaction
• Manage multiple projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and critical paths
• Provide market insights and competitor analysis to inform product development and strategic decisions
• Deliver monthly reports, forecasts, and business plans to senior leadership

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in senior sales or business development within the contract furniture sector
• Strong understanding of project-based sales and the full product lifecycle
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Highly organised with strong reporting and planning capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland, with occasional overnight stays
• Full UK driving licence (clean, with no pending convictions)

Why You’ll Love It:

• Join a growing, forward-thinking business with a clear vision and strong values
• Work in a strategic, high-visibility role with autonomy and influence
• Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and car allowance
• Be part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and positivity
• Contribute to exciting projects in the contract and commercial furniture sectors

If you are an experienced Contract Sales Development Manager ready to take the next step in your career, APPLY NOW to join our clients dynamic team and drive success across your stores.

About us:

This Area Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruitment consultancy. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.

Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:

• Web: McCarthy Recruitment
• LinkedIn: McCarthy Recruitment
• Facebook: McCarthyRecruitment
• Instagram: McCarthyrecruitment

The Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing, Wholesale Furniture and Home Furnishings, and Retail Furniture and Home Furnishings

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