Sales Manager

CMD Recruitment; Remote; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a motivated Sales Manager to drive sales in the public sector. The ideal candidate has experience in specification sales, excels at building client relationships, and delivers outstanding customer service. Responsibilities include securing new projects, maximising product sales, and developing promotional strategies. This role offers a competitive salary around £35,000, along with a fully funded company car, laptop, and phone. The position requires willingness to travel across the UK for client meetings.

Benefits

Fully funded company car

Laptop

Phone

Qualifications

• Experience in specification sales, preferably in construction or built environment.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with clients and internal teams.
• Comfortable with CRM systems for tracking customer records.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and secure new projects through specification sales.
• Maximise product sales with expert support to clients.
• Develop strategies to promote products through client visits.

Skills

Proven experience in specification sales

Strong communication skills

Comfortable using CRM systems

Ability to read drawings and specifications

Proactive, customer-focused mindset

Job description

The Opportunity

Join a leading UK manufacturer of specialist products and drive sales in a considered yet high‑impact role. We’re looking for a motivated Sales Manager to grow a specialist sector, focusing on the public sector. If you excel at building relationships, exceeding targets, and delivering top‑tier customer service, this is your chance to shine.

Remuneration

Circa £35,000. Fully funded company car including personal use, laptop, and phone.

What You’ll Do

• Drive sales and secure new projects through proactive specification sales.
• Maximise product sales by providing expert sales and technical support to clients and colleagues to meet annual budgets.
• Develop a strategy to promote our products via specifier meetings, client visits, and tracking tools like Barbour’s Building Projects software.
• Deliver outstanding customer service, resolving queries quickly and handling tenders to maintain our reputation as trusted experts.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets while maintaining strong margins, managing sales funnels, and producing reports.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, including constructors, architects, engineers, facilities providers, and private care providers.
• Use the CRM system to raise quotes, follow up on enquiries, and ensure timely contract reviews.
• Collaborate with Marketing on strategies, contribute to social media, and suggest process improvements.
• Occasionally attend exhibitions, conduct market research, or assist with staff training/cover as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in specification sales, from construction or built environment, with a focus on exceeding targets.
• Strong communication skills to engage with clients, specifiers, and internal teams.
• Comfortable using CRM systems for quotes, tracking, and customer records.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications to prepare accurate proposals (training can be given).
• Proactive, customer‑focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel UK‑wide for client meetings and events.