Your new companyI have recently partnered with an independent research and testing organisation to recruit a Sales Manager for their kettering-based team. The company has locations across the UK, Europe and China, testing and certifying products and components to European and International standards across a wide range of industry sectors. Your new roleThe commercial department is responsible for maintaining and increasing the company's global membership base along with driving sales of the company's many services. As a Sales Manager, you will be required to carry out the following:· Lead and inspire the Sales team of 3· Deliver annual sales, new member and member retention targets· Increase membership throughout all current and potential countries of operation· Increase sales of all company products, training and other services· Undertake regular visits and develop a contact plan for key customers· Develop strategic new member targets· Liaise closely with the sales team in all countries to support new and existing members· Organise events targeted at members and potential customers· Support with planning and meeting arrangements for exhibitionsWhat you'll need to succeedDemonstrable experience of leading and inspiring a sales teamA comprehensive understanding and empathy with different and varied industries and a good understanding of the supply chains that the company supportsStrong interpersonal skillsExperienced res...