Sales Manager

Top 10 USA; Sowerby Bridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation company in the UK is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee project sales in the theatre and live events industry. The successful candidate will manage relationships, convert leads, and work closely with project managers. A good understanding of the theatre market and strong sales experience are required. This role offers a salary of £40,000 - £45,000, hybrid working, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Daily expenses for client visits

Laptop and mobile provided

3× death-in-service cover

Statutory pension

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

3 PM finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the events/theatre industry is essential.
• Experience selling to theatres and arenas is beneficial.
• Confident in developing leads and winning business.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sales of all mechanical projects.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Manage incoming leads and convert them into sales.
• Negotiate payment terms considering cash flow.
• Attend trade shows and client meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of the events/theatre industry

Experience in sales to theatre consultants

Confident in lead development

Ability to conduct face-to-face meetings

UK driving licence

Job description

Location: Halifax

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 08:30 - 17:00 | Fridays 09:00 - 15:00

About the Role

As Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of the project sales department, selling premium automation and mechanical theatrical solutions into the theatre and live events industry. You'll work closely with internal teams and the company's leadership to identify new opportunities, manage existing client relationships, and oversee the sales process from enquiry through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the sale aspects of all mechanical projects, from quoting to delivery.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and develop new business leads.
• Take ownership of incoming leads, qualifying and converting them into sales.
• Manage pipeline and forecast effectively using the company CRM.
• Liaise with project managers and other internal teams for technical input and design support.
• Attend trade shows and client meetings where required.
• Negotiate payment terms, taking cash flow into account.
• Lead and motivate other sales staff.
• Work towards annual targets.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Must have some knowledge of the events/theatre industry with a good understanding of the target market.
• Experience in selling to theatre consultants, architects, theatres and arenas would be highly beneficial.
• Confident in developing leads with proven evidence of winning business and closing sales.
• Confident conducting face‑to‑face client meetings.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Package

• £40,000 – £45,000 salary.
• Daily expenses paid when visiting clients.
• Laptop and mobile provided.
• 3× death‑in‑service cover.
• Statutory pension.
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working.
• 3 PM finish on Fridays.

How To Apply

Submit your application or contact Jake Voisey on the details provided!