Sales Manager

Manchester Staff Ltd; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international logistics provider based in Preston is seeking an Internal Sales Manager to lead a multilingual sales team. The role offers a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus commission, with a clear progression path to Head of Sales by 2027. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in sales management, excellent motivational skills, and a proactive attitude in driving performance. This is a hybrid position with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus: £400 monthly

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing leadership coaching

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven sales management experience (3+ years) in telesales or account management.
• Skilled in motivating diverse, multilingual teams.
• Commercially minded with strong reporting and forecasting ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a telesales and account management team.
• Drive performance through coaching, KPIs, and regular pipeline reviews.
• Manage inbound and outbound sales activities.

Skills

Sales management

Team motivation

Reporting and forecasting

Communication

Job description

Overview

Internal Sales Manager – Preston | £35,000 - £45,000 + Commission + Benefits

We are working with a leading international freight and logistics provider seeking an Internal Sales Manager to lead a growing, multi-lingual telesales and account management team based in Preston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sales leader to take ownership of a high-performing team, drive commercial growth, and shape the future sales strategy across the UK and European markets.

Working Hours & Hybrid Model

• Hours: 35 per week, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office (Preston), 2 days from home

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000-£45,000 per annum
• Bonus: £400 monthly + performance-related commission (uncapped)
• Holiday: 23 days + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Career Progression: Clear pathway to Head of Sales by 2027 based on performance
• Training & Development: Ongoing leadership coaching and support
• Collaborative Environment: Diverse, multilingual sales team
• Hybrid flexibility and regular team events

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a telesales and account management team (UK and European markets)
• Drive performance through coaching, KPIs, and regular pipeline reviews
• Manage inbound and outbound sales activities - 80% account management / 20% new business
• Oversee supplier and operator relationships across multiple European routes
• Support the generation of new leads and identify cross-selling opportunities
• Provide detailed reporting and analysis to Directors on team performance and pipeline activity
• Conduct due diligence on clients to improve sales conversion and retention
• Collaborate with the wider leadership team to deliver strategic growth goals

About You

• Proven sales management experience (3+ years) in telesales, account management, or similar environment
• Skilled in motivating diverse, multilingual teams
• Commercially minded with strong reporting and forecasting ability
• Proactive, energetic, and goal-oriented leader
• Confident communicator able to work autonomously and collaboratively

Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking logistics business at a time of growth and change. You'll lead a talented, multilingual sales team and help drive commercial performance in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

With a structured progression pathway to Head of Sales, this is an ideal role for an ambitious sales leader ready to take the next step in their career.

Apply today !!

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