Sales Manager

thefutureworks; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive UK manufacturer is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee inbound enquiries and coordinate customer orders. This role combines relationship-building with operational coordination in a modern work environment, fostering a work-life balance with a 4-day work week. Essential experience includes sales management within manufacturing or B2B sectors, along with strong organizational skills and familiarity with tools like HubSpot. The company values initiative and customer excellence, offering competitive remuneration plus benefits in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Life insurance

4-day work week

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales or account management role, ideally in manufacturing or B2B.
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound enquiries and customer orders.
• Oversee order lifecycle from quotation to delivery.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing on promotional content.

Skills

Relationship-building

Sales strategy

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

HubSpot

MieTrak

Job description

Location: Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Salary: 30,000 - 32000 per annum + 10% performance bonus

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday, 7:15 am - 5:45 pm)

Benefits

• Bonus scheme (10% of base salary)
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Life insurance
• 4-day work week

Role

As Sales Manager, you'll be responsible for managing inbound enquiries, coordinating customer orders, and developing new business opportunities. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys combining relationship‑building with operational coordination and has a proactive, hands‑on approach to sales.

Key Responsibilities

Enquiry Management

• Respond promptly to customer enquiries via phone, email, web, and social media.
• Qualify leads based on potential value and urgency.
• Manage prospects through the sales funnel, ensuring timely communication and conversion.
• Maintain accurate records within CRM (HubSpot).

Order Coordination

• Oversee the full order lifecycle from quotation through to production and delivery.
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage inventory levels and monitor production progress using internal systems (MieTrak).
• Resolve any order or delivery issues promptly.

Sales & Lead Generation

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Nurture existing client accounts to encourage repeat business.
• Conduct site visits and client meetings to showcase products and build partnerships.
• Analyse market and competitor trends to support sales strategy.

Marketing & Events

• Collaborate with marketing to produce case studies, testimonials, and promotional content.
• Represent the company at trade shows and industry events to showcase products and build brand presence.

About You

• Previous experience in a sales or account management role (manufacturing or B2B preferred).
• Confident communicator with strong relationship‑building skills.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience using HubSpot and/or MieTrak desirable, but not essential.
• Positive, self‑motivated, and target‑driven attitude.
• Knowledge of logistics or production coordination would be an advantage.

Why Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward‑thinking UK manufacturer that rewards initiative, teamwork, and customer excellence - all within a modern 4‑day work week structure. You'll play a key role in helping the company continue to grow while enjoying an excellent work‑life balance.