Sales Manager

Level Up Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supplier in the North West is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to drive their sales strategy. The successful candidate will manage a high-performing team, improve customer service, and contribute to overall business growth. Offering a salary of £40-£45,000 plus OTE and benefits, this is an ideal role for an ambitious leader ready to make an impact during a time of growth.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

Company pension scheme

Health cash plan

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing high-performing sales teams.
• Strong ability to drive business growth and profitability.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, negotiation, and delegation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the sales team to meet budgeted targets.
• Monitor and improve customer experience through service excellence.
• Collaborate with operations for seamless service delivery.

Skills

Sales leadership

Commercial acumen

Effective communication

Team management

Negotiation skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and commercially driven Sales Manager to lead a well-established team at a leading food supplier in the region. This business services a wide variety of clients across the North West including pubs, restaurants, schools, hotels, and healthcare providers such as care homes and hospitals. The business has ambitious plans to grow over the next four years and are looking for a accomplished Sales Manager to lead their sales strategy.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring sales leader with a proven track record in managing high-performing teams. They will be responsible for driving sales growth, improving margin performance, and working collaboratively across departments to deliver exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the internal and external sales team to meet and exceed budgeted sales and margin targets
• Take ownership of KPIs and year-on-year performance
• Contribute to commercial decisions, including buying and forecasting
• Monitor and improve customer experience through service excellence
• Collaborate closely with operations and transport to ensure seamless service delivery
• Oversee HR matters within the sales team, including development and succession planning

What’s Required

• Demonstrated ability to drive business growth and profitability
• Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen
• Inspirational leadership and workforce motivation
• Effective communication, negotiation, and delegation skills
• Deep understanding of market trends and the ability to adapt in a changing environment

What’s On Offer

• £40 - £45,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Uncapped OTE between £20,000 - £27,000
• £6,000 car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Employee discount scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to join a forward-thinking business at an exciting time of growth. If you're driven, strategic, and ready to make an impact, this role could be the perfect next step.