General Manager – Industrial Products

Bridgewater Resources UK Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial wholesaler in Hull seeks a General Manager to enhance business growth through B2B sales and customer relationship management. The role supports rapid progression to Business Manager and includes a salary between £40,000–£50,000 plus performance bonuses, a car, and other benefits. Apply today if you are ready for this exciting challenge.

Benefits

Lucrative performance-linked bonus

Company car

Mobile and laptop

Healthcare

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong B2B sales experience is essential.
• Experience in the industrial sector is required.
• Excellent negotiation skills are necessary.
• Proven track record in relationship development is important.
• Natural leadership qualities are a must.

Responsibilities

• Win new business and grow existing accounts.
• Meet sales targets to increase profitability.
• Negotiate with a wide range of customers.
• Manage customer accounts and diary.
• Progress to a Business Manager role with full autonomy.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship development

Leadership qualities

Job description

Overview

One of the UK’s leading industrial electrical wholesalers is looking for an ambitious and results-focused General Manager to join their growing business in Kingston upon Hull. This is an exciting role where you’ll be building strong relationships with customers in the area and be given the opportunity to open and manage your own branch in the near future.

You’ll be joining an impressive £1.7 billion group of distribution businesses that continue to grow through the high-quality service they provide alongside quality, branded products. They have an enviable supplier network and have built a fantastic reputation for themselves within their industry. The business offers excellent progression opportunities and promotes a culture of autonomy and financial rewards for success.

Responsibilities

• Be at the forefront of representing the business by both winning new business and growing existing accounts
• Meet sales targets and increase the profitability of the business
• Present, communicate and negotiate with a wide range of customers
• Manage your customer accounts and diary
• Have the opportunity to progress quickly to a Business Manager role where you will continue to drive sales growth, as well as having full autonomy over P&L, managing and mentoring employees, marketing, logistics and purchasing

Requirements

• Strong B2B sales experience
• Experience in the industrial sector, this can be mechanical, electrical etc.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to spot and capitalise on new business opportunities
• A proven track record of developing relationships with both suppliers and customers
• Natural leadership qualities

Rewards

As a General Manager, you will receive:

• Starting salary of £40,000 – £50,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
• A lucrative bonus linked to your performance and that of your business
• A package including a car, mobile, laptop and healthcare
• Company pension scheme

Do you think you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more.