Sales Manager

Pertemps; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction safety products sector is seeking a Construction Sales Manager based in Northampton. This full-time role involves managing client accounts, developing new business, and leading the sales team while offering opportunities for growth and a competitive salary package. The successful candidate will enjoy a stable role with national travel, a company car, and ongoing support.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Laptop, phone, and required tools provided

Travel expenses fully covered

Full training and ongoing support

Pension scheme and standard company benefits

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid background in B2B sales (construction, safety products, manufacturing, or similar).
• Confidence in managing client accounts and building new relationships.
• Comfortable visiting live construction sites and working with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales activities and help meet revenue targets.
• Develop strategies to grow the customer base and increase market presence.
• Manage key client relationships and support the internal sales team.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Commercial Awareness

Organisation

Tools

CRM Systems

Job description

Construction Sales Manager
Full-Time, Permanent
Office and site based
Northampton - with UK-wide client and site visits
Competitive + Commission + Company Benefits
Construction Safety Products, Manufacturing & Distribution

About the Company
Our client is a UK-based manufacturer and distributor of safety products for the construction industry. They supply a wide range within their field. They also specialise in site safety solutions to contractors, distributors, and hire companies nationwide.
As they continue to grow, they are looking for a driven Sales Manager to lead the sales efforts, develop client relationships, and support the expanding team.

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is ready to grow with the business and have a real impact on its future success. You will have great opportunities to grow within a fast-moving and expanding business

The Role
This is a full-time, hands-on position based at our Northampton office, with regular travel to client sites and projects across the UK.
The role involves managing existing accounts, developing new business, guiding the sales team, and working closely with operations and marketing to drive overall growth.

Key Responsibilities
Lead sales activities and help meet revenue targets
Develop strategies to grow the customer base and increase market presence
Manage key client relationships and support the internal sales team
Attend meetings and visit construction sites to assess needs and close deals
Work with operations, marketing, and management to align goals
Prepare pipeline reports and contribute to sales forecasting

What They’re Looking For
Solid background in B2B sales (construction, safety products, manufacturing, or similar)
Confidence in managing client accounts and building new relationships
Good understanding of sales cycles, commercial awareness, and negotiation
Comfortable visiting live construction sites and working with contractors
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
Experience with CRM systems is helpful
Some knowledge of the construction industry is a bonus, but not essential

What They Offer
Full-time, stable role based in Northampton with national client visits
Company car or car allowance
Laptop, phone, and any required tools provided
Travel expenses fully covered
Full training and ongoing support
Pension scheme and standard company benefits
Progression

Interested? Please click apply.