Sales Manager UK & Ireland

SOFTLINE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to drive growth in the UK and Ireland. This role involves developing relationships with dealers and architects while implementing innovative sales strategies. With a focus on high-quality contemporary furniture, you will have the opportunity to influence market concepts and product launches. Join a passionate team in a vibrant work environment where no two days are the same, and your contributions will directly impact the company's success. If you are result-oriented and thrive in a sales-driven role, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Bonus scheme

Supportive back office team

Inspiring work environment

Qualifications

• Education in business economy or similar is preferable.
• 2-3 years of professional sales experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies and expand partner networks.
• Train and motivate sales teams and manage project pipelines.

Skills

Sales Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

CRM Proficiency

Market Analysis

Education

Business Economy

Sales Experience

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

In order to continue growing our successful furniture concept, we now wish to make our team even stronger with a sales manager working out of London - reporting directly back to our Head of Sales Europe – who is responsible for

our future development of sales in the UK & Ireland.

With a strong concept of high-quality contemporary designer furniture, you will be responsible for developing our business further within the existing network of dealers, with architects and with partners – as well as expanding these key market segments on an ongoing basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sales and budget responsibility for the development of the market and the future market approach

• Implementing and developing the defined sales strategy further

• Continuously expanding our partner network in the UK

• Establishing and further developing cooperation with existing and new architects and designers

• Training and motivating the planning and sales teams externally at dealers and partners

• Planning and executing product launches and promotional initiatives

• Contributing to further development of existing marketing and sales material

• Active deployment and utilization of CRM and reporting tools

• Identifying and winning new projects as well as managing and analysing the project pipeline

• Analysing and actively monitoring the competitive situation in the market

• Participating in promotional work at the leading international furniture fairs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An education in business economy or a similar education is preferable

• Between two and three years of professional experience in sales, dealing with both the retail market and contract market

• An interest in fashion and design

• You are result-oriented and work proactively to help achieve the goals of the company

• Experience with high-end furniture, lifestyle or fashion brands

• Sales experience with architects and designers in the London and UK design community

• Ability to build long-term business relationships with dealers, architects and partners

• Strong presentation, communication and negotiation skills

• Professional IT and CRM skills

• Familiar with the nature of an independent, sales-driven sales role

WE OFFER:

• A unique and independent job in an international company growing globally

• A strong and successful international furniture concept

• An inspiring workday where no two days are alike

• The opportunity to affect strategies, market concepts and new furniture designs for your market

• A back office in Denmark with a team of engaged, experienced and helpful colleagues who are always

ready to support you

• An attractive salary package and a bonus scheme

ARE YOU THE ONE?

If you are interested in this position and have the required qualifications, we would love to hear from you as soon as possible. Send your application and CV to: [e-mail]. If you would like to know more about the job, please contact Wolfgang Hügler tel. [phone]. We are continuously having interviews, and the position will be occupied as soon as we have found the right person for the job.

SOFTLINE A/S is experiencing an exciting development and is now further rearming. By creating innovative and functional furniture of the best possible quality we have become a global brand, and today our modern design is sold in more than 63 countries. We work closely together with leading international designers, who all share the passion

for quality and creativity that characterises SOFTLINE. We are 55 passionate employees in our domicile in Maribo,

Denmark, where we work with sales, design, development, production and logistics. We are a solid growth company

with ambitions to continue the positive development.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

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