Sales Manager
Location: Telford
Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Circa £45,000 - £50,000 (Potentially £60k OTE)
We are working with an international group of companies who are looking to hire a Sales Office Manager on a permanent basis. As Sales Office Manager, you will oversee and manage the sales coordinators department in the business, whilst also managing several key clients' accounts yourself. Managing a small team of mainly Sales Administrators, the role will focus on building strong relationships with customers, coordinating sales activities, and driving the efficiency of the internal sales team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in sales and office management.
Sales Manager Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
2. Act as the primary point of contact for customers, handling inquiries, pricing, orders, and resolving issues effectively.
3. Collaborate with the external sales team to create strategies for increasing sales and improving market penetration for the company product.
4. Prepare and deliver accurate sales reports and forecasts to senior management.
5. Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities to drive additional revenue.
6. CRM implementation and ongoing management.
7. Supervise and mentor the internal sales team, ensuring high performance and adherence to company standards.
8. Manage order processing, customer account setup, and day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.
9. Ensure proper documentation of sales transactions, contracts, and other records.
10. Optimise internal sales processes and workflows to improve productivity and efficiency.
11. Maintain a thorough understanding of company products, including their features, applications, and benefits.
12. Educate the sales team and customers about the technical specifications of company products and recommend the best solutions for their needs.
13. Monitor customer satisfaction levels and implement measures to enhance the customer experience.
14. Respond promptly to customer feedback and implement solutions to improve service delivery.
15. Liaise with production, logistics, and procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of products.
16. Work closely with marketing to align sales strategies with promotional activities.
Qualifications and Skills:
1. Proven experience in an internal sales role, with at least 3-5 years in a management or leadership position is essential.
2. Experience in the manufacturing sector, with experience in FMCG or Packaging sectors being an advantage.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
4. Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
5. Ability to analyse sales data and develop actionable insights.
6. Leadership abilities to manage and motivate a team effectively.
7. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
8. Experience in managing B2B sales within the packaging sector is ideal.
9. Customer-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills, results-driven, and goal-orientated.
10. Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
11. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
The application process:
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We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time, your details won't be retained. If you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.
About Us:
Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you're seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract, you'll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire, and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance, and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around, we are an independent agency working hard for you.
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