Sales Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Bicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected business with global reach in the UK seeks an experienced Sales Manager to drive sales growth and market penetration. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in B2B sales, particularly in construction or safety equipment, and possess excellent communication and negotiation skills. This role involves generating leads, building client relationships, and collaborating with marketing for successful campaigns. Opportunities for team growth are also available.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in construction or safety equipment.
• Strong commercial awareness and consultative sales approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid UK driving license and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business leads within various sectors.
• Build relationships with new and existing clients.
• Deliver product demonstrations and technical consultations.
• Collaborate with marketing for targeted campaigns.
• Provide accurate forecasting and market intelligence.
• Liaise with internal departments for customer experience.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Competence with CRM tools

Competence with Microsoft Office Suite

Driving license

Job description

Sales Manager

A high performing, respected business with ambitious expansion plans, now requires an experienced Sales Manager, to help drive the business forward, to the next level.

The organisation is part of a group of companies, with a global footprint, supplying a range of industries including construction, utilities, rail and aviation.

Key Focus

To drive sales growth and market penetration of products by identifying and developing new business opportunities, nurturing key accounts, and collaborating with marketing and technical teams to increase product visibility and value across the UK and selected international markets.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and generate new business leads within construction, maintenance, facilities management, and industrial sectors.
• Build strong relationships with new and existing clients, including contractors, site managers, safety officers, and procurement teams.
• Deliver engaging product demonstrations, site visits, and technical consultations.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop targeted campaigns and attend relevant trade shows and industry events.
• Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and market intelligence to senior management.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure a seamless customer experience from order to delivery.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in construction or safety equipment.
• Strong commercial awareness and consultative sales approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid UK driving license and willingness to travel nationwide.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of working-at-height regulations and safety standards.
• Technical, Construction or engineering background.

If successful, this opportunity will enable someone to grow and develop a team, initially in the UK and then globally…

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply immediately!

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