Sales Manager

Workshop Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a results-driven Sales Manager with a strong background in the construction or trade supply sector. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team, drive growth, and shape the future of the sales department. You will be responsible for developing strategic sales plans, mentoring team members, and building strong relationships with trade customers. With ambitious growth plans aiming for a significant turnover increase, this is a fantastic chance to make a real impact in a thriving business environment. If you are passionate about sales management and team development, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Performance-based bonus

Opportunity to shape the sales team

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of sales management experience in construction or building materials.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to drive team performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve growth targets.
• Manage and motivate a team of sales professionals to meet their targets.

Skills

Sales Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Business Development

Job description

Are you a results-driven Sales Manager with experience in the construction or trade supply industry? Do you have a proven track record of driving growth and leading successful sales teams? If so, we want to hear from you!

Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of double glazing, windows, doors, and conservatory roofs, serving the trade sector across the South. With ambitious growth plans aiming for a 40% turnover increase, they are looking for a dynamic and experienced Sales Manager to drive our success forward.

As Sales Manager, you will lead and manage a team of 6 sales professionals — 4 estimators and 2 external business development managers — ensuring they meet their targets while delivering exceptional service to our trade customers.

Key Duties

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve growth targets
• Manage, mentor, and motivate the estimating and business development teams
• Drive new business growth while maintaining strong relationships with existing trade customers
• Oversee the quoting and estimating process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Monitor and analyse sales performance, providing regular reports and insights
• Collaborate with other departments to improve processes and customer experience

Skills and Knowledge

• 3-5 years of proven sales management experience within the double glazing, fenestration, construction, or building materials industry
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for team development and performance management
• Ability to identify opportunities for growth and drive new business development
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Commercially aware, target-driven, and results-focused

Salary Package

• £30-35K + performance-based bonus (basic depending on experience)
• Pension scheme & other benefits
• On-site parking
• Opportunity to shape and grow the sales team in an expanding business