National Sales Manager

TN United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic National Sales Manager to drive sales growth across the Midlands. This exciting role involves developing strategies, leading a sales team, and fostering client relationships within the distribution sector. With a commitment to sustainability and high-quality service, this company offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional development. If you are a sales leader with a passion for logistics and a track record of success, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Supportive company culture

Opportunity for professional growth

Team of industry professionals

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in a managerial position within the logistics industry.
• Strong communication and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies for growth.
• Lead and grow the sales team to meet targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Performance Analysis

Customer Service

Job description

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We represent a large organisation within the Distribution sector. With a nationwide footprint, our client is recognised for its robust infrastructure and commitment to delivering high-quality services to its customers. A prominent provider of sustainable load carriers, offering a range of solutions including wooden and plastic pallets, metal roll cages, and pooling services throughout a number of European countries. The company supplies both new and refurbished wooden pallets, in addition to providing pallet recovery and recycling services.

Job Description

A successful National Sales Manager will:

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to drive sales growth in the assigned territory.
• New role which will involve growing an developing a team, process and structures
• Selling load carry solutions; plastic or wooden pallets, roll cages and pooling services
• To open up distribution branches across the country.
• Perform regular client visits to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales reports.
• Stay up-to-date with new product launches and ensure sales team members are on board.
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.
• Oversee, grow and lead the sales team to ensure results are met.
• Provide feedback to the team and coach them for improvement.
• Represent the company in all sales meetings, events, and conferences

The Successful Applicant

A successful National Sales Manager should have:

• Base in the Midlands -Nottingham or Birmingham area - commutable to.
• Proven sales experience in a managerial position ideally within the load carry ( pallet) or Transport & Distribution industry ( logistics)
• Good sales leadership background with sales process/structure. Has and can sell product working within tight margins.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to understand and analyse sales performance metrics.
• Solid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and team management skills.
• Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting clients requirements.

What's on Offer

• A supportive company culture that values hard work and success.
• Opportunity to work with a team of professionals in the industry.
• An exciting role with room for growth and development.