National Sales Manager

NSS; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NSS is looking for a National Sales Manager to lead the charge in generating new business and enhancing key accounts across the UK. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in sales, excellent presentation skills, and a strong commercial mindset, with opportunities for significant career progression. The role includes a competitive salary, car allowance, and a range of benefits that ensure a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Death in service cover

Career progression opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension plan

Free office refreshments

Car allowance of £6,000 per annum

Free on-site parking

Health cash plan with discounts

Monthly top performer vouchers

Trade Point Card for discounts at B&Q

Birthday day off after service

Eye care vouchers

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in sales and account development, especially with large companies.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Able to identify market trends.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business revenue, achieve sales targets.
• Develop strategic account plans with the Group Commercial Director.
• Prepare and deliver timely quotations and proposals.

Skills

Sales Development

Presentation Skills

Commercial Awareness

Relationship Building

Problem-Solving

Education

A Level Standard

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

National Sales Manager for NSS Group

Flexible location – frequent national travel required

Salary £45,000 - £50,000 + £6,000 car allowance

Commission scheme

The Business

NSS is proud to have Platinum accreditation from Investors in People. NSS Group is a specialist services supplier, offering building maintenance, window and technical cleaning, platform hire, and equipment testing across the UK. The NSS group was formed by merging several successful businesses to create a nationwide service provider.

Your Role - Main Purpose of the Job

To generate new business revenue and profit within a specified geographical area and/or sector, aligning with the Group's Sales & Marketing Strategy. To develop existing key accounts through cross-selling and upselling, increasing revenue and profit. To meet targets outlined in the Group Budget and Sales Activity plans. To promote the NSS brand to customers, competitors, and staff.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Self-generate activity levels to achieve sales targets, focusing on appointments, quotes, and orders.
2. Implement the sales plan to identify, target, and acquire new business across your territory.
3. Develop strategic account plans with the Group Commercial Director to grow existing accounts.
4. Complete bids and tender responses with support from Sales Support.
5. Achieve and exceed results in line with budgets and strategies.
6. Identify key contacts within customer organizations and support operational teams to leverage relationships for additional business.
7. Prepare and deliver quotations and proposals accurately and timely, constantly seeking improvement.
8. Use CRM to report on sales activities, prospects, and pipelines accurately.
9. Promote best practices in sales and continuous improvement.
10. Assist in developing the NSS brand within the industry and marketplace.
11. Present management information to major clients and support operations in managing customer expectations.

Requirements:

1. Good verbal and written presentation skills at A Level standard.
2. Experience in sales and account development, particularly with large FM or Property Management companies.
3. Experience in the Facility Services industry or related sectors.
4. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
5. Strong commercial awareness and ability to engineer solutions for complex problems.
6. Resilient, persistent, and results-driven.
7. Able to build solid relationships and work collaboratively with operational colleagues.
8. Ability to identify market and customer trends and propose strategies.
9. Full driving license.
10. Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Benefits include:

• Death in service cover
• Career progression opportunities
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension plan
• Free office refreshments
• Car allowance of £6,000 per annum
• Free on-site parking
• Health cash plan with discounts
• Monthly top performer vouchers
• Trade Point Card for discounts at B&Q
• Birthday day off after service
• Eye care vouchers
• Referral bonus scheme

NSS - Core Competencies

• Safety: Always work safely following NSS policies; report incidents or unsafe behaviors.
• Continuous Improvement: Embrace change, seek learning opportunities, and share knowledge.
• Working Together: Be self-motivated and collaborative, respectful, and communicate clearly.
• Dependable Service: Focus on customer needs, deliver high standards, and build trust.
• Empowering People: Problem-solve, listen actively, and provide solutions.