National Sales Manager

• Exciting business that is growing fast
• Brand new role - so much opportunity

About Our Client

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.
• Grow and develop a team, process, and structures.
• Sell load carry solutions; plastic or wooden pallets, roll cages, and pooling services.
• 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 informed.
• 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 and the ability to sell products while working within tight margins.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to understand and analyze sales performance metrics.
• Solid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and team management skills.
• Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting client requirements.

What's on Offer

• An estimated salary of £75,000 plus package.
• 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.