Sales Manager

Mark Allen; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company in Dartford is seeking a Sales Manager to manage a portfolio in the manufacturing sector. The role offers a hybrid working model and requires experience in B2B media sales. Candidates should demonstrate strong commercial acumen and a consultative approach to client relationships. If you’re passionate about driving impactful campaigns and thrive in a creative culture, apply today.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Company benefits

Hybrid work model

International travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in advertising, ideally within technical or industrial markets.
• Confidence in pitching creative solutions to clients.
• Ability to thrive in a culture of passion, creativity, and fairness.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of clients in manufacturing sectors.
• Deliver tailored advertising and marketing solutions.
• Represent Manufacturing Management at industry events.

Skills

Experience in B2B media sales

Strong commercial acumen

Consultative approach to client relationships

Creativity and problem-solving

Job description

SALES MANAGER

MA Business – Manufacturing Management

Be part of something iconic. Celebrating 40 years of industry leadership, Mark Allen fosters a culture of passion, creativity, fairness, and talent development. Now, we're looking for a Sales Manager to bring passion and flair to our celebrated Manufacturing Management portfolio, the UK’s leading platform for factory decision-makers.

Join a team of 550 talented professionals across 7 offices as Sales Manager in our commercial team.Enjoy the best of both worlds with our hybrid model, three days a week in our Dartford office, fostering connection and creativity.

The salary is £40,000 (DOE) plus circa £20,000 uncapped commission and company benefits.

Manufacturing Management has been at the heart of UK manufacturing leadership for more than 50 years, providing senior industry professionals with insight, strategy, and inspiration to run smarter, more efficient factories. Through digital content, in-depth features, lead gen campaigns, bespoke content marketing, podcasts, and webinars, we connect suppliers with decision-makers across multiple industrial sectors.

As part of the commercial team, you’ll be working with an established and trusted brand that’s embedded in the fabric of the UK’s manufacturing industry.

What We Offer:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of clients within the manufacturing and industrial technology sectors
• Deliver tailored advertising and marketing solutions, including digital lead gen, custom content, branded podcasts, and webinars.
• Work closely with clients to understand their objectives and translate them into high-impact campaigns
• Represent Manufacturing Management at industry events, forums, and partner-led summits, including international travel opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery and client satisfaction
• Use insight, creativity, and data to shape commercial strategy and identify new revenue opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in B2B media sales, advertising, or marketing services, ideally within technical or industrial markets
• Strong commercial acumen and confidence in pitching creative solution
• A consultative approach to client relationships: you listen, understand, and deliver value
• Someone who aligns with our values, if you're passionate, creative, fair, and nurturing, you’ll thrive in our culture
• Eager to travel, attend industry events, and be a visible face of the brand

Stand Out in Your Application

We want to see your personality, values, and transferable skills shine. To help you stand out, you can:

• Upload a video introduction about yourself.
• Submit a cover letter that highlights your enthusiasm and fit for this role.
• Request a recommendation from someone who can vouch for your potential.

Show us why you’re excited to join us as we celebrate our 40th anniversary!

Key Details:

• Office location: Please check the office location before applying; you will need to drive to this office in Hawley, Dartford. We are not close to public transport.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We value diverse perspectives; they make us stronger. If you’re excited about this role but don’t match every requirement, apply but share how your transferable skills will allow you to thrive.
• Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
• Our Communities: We’re home to specialist communities, including MA Agriculture, MA Business, MA Education & Music, MA Exhibitions, MA Financial Media, MA Healthcare, and MA Travel Retail

Our Focus: Content is at the heart of everything we do, across print, digital, and events.

To support a fair and human-led recruitment process, we use technology to help us identify applications that may have been generated by AI. We encourage all candidates to apply in your own words so we can get to know the real you.

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