Sales Manager - Handset Devices Business

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager for their Handset Devices Business. This pivotal role demands a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in the telecommunications sector, particularly with strong connections within EE. The successful candidate will lead strategic sales initiatives, manage a dedicated team, and foster relationships across the UK and China. If you are self-motivated, target-driven, and possess exceptional interpersonal skills, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a thriving market. Join a forward-thinking company and drive business growth through innovative approaches and strategic networking.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications with strong EE connections.
• Proven track record in business development and account management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales efforts for Mobile Broadband and handset devices.
• Establish relationships with management levels in the UK and China.
• Capture and report on key market and financial data.

Skills

Telecommunications Industry Experience

Sales Management

Business Development

Account Management

Presentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Networking

Strategic Sales Initiatives

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Client:

aap3 Recruitment

Location:

England, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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, dongle, 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 sales with 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 self and team (Commercial and Technical) to ensure alignment with strategic objectives with customers.
• Support end-to-end implementation of sales within the devices and handsets area.

Reporting and Analysis

• Capture, record, and report on key technical, demographic, environmental, market, economic, and financial data to support the Head of Devices and MD.
• Maintain internal reporting frameworks and metrics to measure the success of business development opportunities.

Essential Skills and Experience

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