Sales Manager - Handset Devices Business

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking a highly motivated Sales Manager for handset devices. The role involves driving sales for Mobile Broadband and Fixed Wireless Access, requiring strong EE connections and extensive industry experience. The candidate will manage sales initiatives, oversee a team, and build strategic relationships with clients in the UK and China, showcasing excellent communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Strong knowledge of handset/Mobile Broadband market and operators.
• Experience with TCL/ALCATEL and Zyxel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in devising the sales plan based on market developments.
• Manage sales staff expectations and daily activities.
• Establish relationships with management levels in the UK and China.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Creative thinking

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Client:

aap3 Recruitment

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England, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Sales Manager - Handset Devices Business - EE

You must have strong EE connections.

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven EE Account Director to lead sales efforts for Mobile Broadband (MBB), Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), and handset terminal devices. This role requires a deep understanding of the telecoms industry, strong relationships within the sector, and the ability to drive business growth through strategic sales initiatives.

Project and Resource Management

• Assist the Head of devices and MD in devising the sales plan based on market development for handsets, dongles, Mifi, CPE, etc.
• Manage sales staff expectations aligned with HQ and responsible for managing daily activities.
• Promote internal marketing strategies and build local relationships and networks.
• Support the sales of handsets to ensure products are effectively marketed to customers.

Relationship Building and Networking

• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with management levels in the UK and China.
• Manage and coordinate work and activities of the team (Commercial and Technical) to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Support the end-to-end implementation of sales within the devices and handsets area.

Reporting and Analysis

• Capture, record, and report on key data related to technical aspects, demographics, market conditions, economic factors, and financial information to support senior management.
• Maintain internal reporting frameworks and metrics to measure business development success.

Essential Skills and Experience

• At least 10 years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Excellent knowledge of operators and handset/Mobile Broadband portfolios market.
• Strong contacts within operators, service providers, and channel partners, mainly focusing on EE and top UK distributors.
• Previous experience working with TCL/ALCATEL and Zyxel is preferable.
• Proven track record in business development and account management within large organizations.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a history of achieving objectives.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and managerial methodologies.
• Ability to manage complex environments and virtual teams.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing external third-party environments.
• Creative thinker capable of innovating and proposing new approaches.
• Strong interpersonal skills for influencing, negotiating, and listening.