Sales Manager - Stockport, Manchester Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 Excellent Benefits Detailed Below. This Sales Business Manager role will have team management responsibilities and drive sales growth alongside high-performance sales teams. Our client is a First-rate cosmetic ingredients Supplier with an expanding business. This position offers career advancement into senior management, business development, or even regional/global sales leadership roles. Key Responsibilities: Sales Strategy Development Team Leadership and Management Market Research & Product Knowledge Customer Relationship Management Sales Execution & Negotiation Sales Performance Tracking & Reporting Key Skills: Proven ability to lead, coach inspire and manage a diverse team of sales representatives. Strong ability to close deals, negotiate effectively, and achieve sales targets. Skilled in building and nurturing strong customer relationships. Ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies and plans. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Comfortable with using CRM tools, analytics, and sales data to track performance. Qualifications: Education: A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, or a related field. A Master’s degree (MBA) or Project Management degree can be advantageous. Experience: At least 5 years of experience in sales, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role. Certifications: Industry-specific certifications or training in sales, product management, or safety (e.g., REACH, ISO, OSHA). Whist's On Offer Annual company profit based team bonus (minimum employment term applies). Birthday celebrations. Monthly lunches on the house. Diwali and Christmas Office Party. Christmas time-off – 25th – 1st December. Westfield Health Work Plan available after 6 months of continuous service. Extra holiday day for your birthday, available after 12 months of continuous service. Access to skills training courses and materials. Opportunities for local and international visits to suppliers, as well as participation in exhibitions, benefiting both personnel and the company.