Sales Manager - Bedford

Righton Limited; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Righton Blackburns in the United Kingdom is seeking a service centre sales leader to develop, implement and communicate an effective sales strategy aligned with company goals. You will build a high-performing team and influence at all levels to drive profitable growth.

This role requires sharp commercial sense, strong communication, and the ability to turn targets into concrete actions, with a focus on stock turns and trading terms to maximise profitability.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a sales/Service Centre setting.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Data-driven with ability to translate metrics into actions.
• Excellent planning, prioritisation and organisational skills.
• Understanding of financial metrics and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Service Centre's annual gross profit forecast.
• Develop and lead a high-performing sales team.
• Direct team focus to deliver quality account growth.
• Maximise stock turn to align with demand.
• Optimise trading terms and manage risk.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytics

Planning

Financial acumen

Tools

CRM software

Job description

You will develop, implement and communicate an effective Service Centre sales strategy that aligns with the Company's goals and objectives.

You will need influential leadership with the ability to drive success through developing, coaching and motivating a winning team.

Communication

You will be a strong communicator and active listener, able to understand individual needs and motivators, set clear expectations and influence effectively at all levels of the business, both internally and externally.

Data-Driven Decision Making

You will leverage reporting and analytics to manage sales performance metrics and identify areas of opportunity for growth.

Planning & Organisation

You will be structured and disciplined, turning targets into clear actions, prioritising effectively and establishing a consistent management style that ensures actions are followed through.

Financial & Business Acumen

You will have a good understanding of financial metrics and the ability to make informed business decisions based on financial data.

Key Accountabilities

Deliver the Service Centre's annual gross profit forecast by implementing and communicating a clear sales strategy focused on continual, profitable growth.

Develop and lead a high-performing sales team, setting clear expectations, managing performance and coaching individuals to achieve their potential and exceed targets.

Direct team focus to deliver quality account growth by developing a strong customer base, identifying new business opportunities and ensuring effective management of sales activity and pipeline.

Maximise stock turn to align with customer demand and commercial opportunities, consistent with return on investment expectations.

Optimise trading terms by making commercially sound decisions that maximise return while effectively managing risk.

At Righton Blackburns, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.