Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cotswold District; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business in the Cotswolds is seeking a results-driven Sales Manager to lead their sales team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of sales experience, including management, and a proven track record of achieving targets. This role emphasizes strategic planning, team leadership, and customer relationship management, offering significant opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free lunch on the last Friday of each month

Two fully paid volunteer days annually

Recognition with monthly vouchers

Qualifications

• 8+ years sales experience, including 5+ in management.
• Proven success in achieving targets and growth.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive growth.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate an 18-member sales team.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Analytics

Tools

CRM

Sales Analytics Tools

Job description

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StowAg is a family-owned business supporting farmers, agricultural contractors, equestrians, and rural communities across the Cotswolds since 1969. With stores in Longborough, Thame, and Alton, and a 12-acre timber yard, we offer over 20,000 products, from nuts and bolts to fencing and large animal handling systems.

Our HQ is in Longborough, surrounded by public footpaths, ideal for lunchtime walks and fresh air.

Joining us means working with a friendly, experienced team, including local reps, Animal Medicines Advisors, and a dedicated logistics department. Many colleagues have been with us for over 20 years, reflecting our supportive environment and value for our people.

While rooted in tradition, we are committed to progress, investing in new ideas, training, and development, and launching new projects like our own agricultural fencing brand.

Your commute

We are accessible: near the M5 and M40, within reach of Bristol, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham, Banbury, Leamington Spa, and Witney.

Why work with us?

• Great people and a friendly culture
• Free lunch on the last Friday of each month
• Two fully paid volunteer days annually
• Recognition with monthly vouchers

If you value community, your people, and future growth, we’d love to hear from you.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We seek a results-driven Sales Manager to lead our sales team and foster growth across our product lines. Our strategy emphasizes sustainable growth, expanding our market presence. The ideal candidate will have extensive sales management experience and a proven ability to develop strategies that increase revenue and market share. This role is key in executing growth plans and cultivating a high-performing sales environment aligned with our goals.

The candidate should embody these traits:

• Hunger: Desire for growth, learning, and challenges.
• Humility: Focus on team success, modesty.
• Intelligence: Emotional intelligence and social navigation skills.

Our company is growing rapidly, providing many opportunities for professional development.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement sales strategies (including sales reps and account management) to drive growth and expand our customer base. Identify new markets and trends to stay competitive.
• Processes: Evaluate and improve existing processes, ensure staff training, and maintain accountability.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate an 18-member sales team, including 5 direct reports. Foster collaboration among varied experience levels.
• Sales Forecasting: Analyze market data to produce accurate forecasts and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with key clients, ensuring satisfaction and identifying upselling opportunities.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor sales metrics, set goals, and refine tactics based on data.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with marketing and product teams.
• Budget Management: Oversee the sales budget for optimal resource allocation.
• Training and Development: Create and deliver training programs to enhance team skills and product knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years sales experience, including 5+ in management.
• Proven success in achieving targets and growth.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in CRM and sales analytics tools.