Sales Manager

Shorts Group Ltd; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business in Bracknell is looking for a full-time Sales Manager to manage the sales team and develop effective sales strategies. The ideal candidate has proven experience in sales management, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include building client relationships and ensuring high standards of customer service. This is an on-site position with a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management and business development.
• At least 3 years' experience managing a team of 5+.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and team development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sales team and develop sales strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients.
• Oversee research and analysis for new business opportunities.
• Train and mentor sales staff and prepare sales reports.

Skills

Sales management

Business development

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

CRM software proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

GCSE or NVQ standard in English and Maths

Job description

Company Description

Shorts Group Ltd is a long-established, independent family-owned business headquartered in Bracknell, offering a range of services from plant hire to agricultural contracting, skip hire, waste management, and demolition. With over 60 years of experience, we serve Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, and beyond, delivering high-quality services enhanced by our commitment to customer satisfaction.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Sales Manager located in Bracknell. The Sales Manager will be responsible for managing the sales team, developing sales strategies, and implementing plans to achieve sales targets. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with key clients, identifying new business opportunities, and overseeing research and analysis. Additionally, the Sales Manager will be tasked with training and mentoring sales staff, preparing sales reports, and collaborating with other departments to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales management, business development, and strategic planning
• At least 3 years’ experience managing a team of 5+, ideally in the waste/construction sector.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Proficiency in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Educated to GCSE or NVQ standard with high grades in English and Maths.