Sales Manager| Sheffield | Full Time – Office Based | £35,000 - £45,000 + uncapped commission – Realistic OTE £54,600 + Bonus
Our client is a trusted UK-based manufacturer of precision-engineered industrial blades and wear parts, supplying high-performance solutions to the recycling, waste management, biomass, and processing industries. From shredder blocks and granulator blades to chipper knives and regrind services, their products are relied on by leading OEMs, service engineers, and processing facilities across the UK and Europe.
As they continue to expand their market presence, they're now seeking a Sales Manager to strengthen and lead their established sales team, bringing added seniority to key customer engagements, increasing accountability around team performance, and fostering a more collaborative and high-performing sales culture.
Are you the right person for the job?
Proven success in a sales leadership role, ideally in a technical, industrial or manufacturing environment
Experience developing sales teams and managing performance through clear KPIs
Track record in building and maintaining long-term B2B customer relationships
Confident in field sales and customer visits across the UK
Skilled in CRM use, sales forecasting and reporting
Background in machine components, recycling, or engineering-led sectors is a plus
Experience in shaping team culture or scaling up a commercial team is desirable
Commercially sharp, results-driven and motivated by team success
People-focused leader with strong emotional intelligence
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Able to balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement
What will your role look like?
Lead, develop and expand their existing team of three, fostering a collaborative, motivated and customer-focused environment
Take responsibility for the performance of the team, with a focus on driving target achievement across new business and existing accounts
Develop clear reporting and visibility over sales activity and pipeline progress, enabling the Head of Sales and Marketing to make informed decisions
Work closely with existing team members to enhance consistency in performance and customer experience
Support professional development through coaching, regular feedback and performance planning.
Conducting regular one-to-ones, pipeline reviews and team performance updates
Promote a culture of open communication, shared goals and continuous improvement
Personally manage a portfolio of key accounts, working alongside team members to further strengthen relationships with strategic customers
Lead on customer acquisition and re-engagement of dormant accounts, alongside driving retention of their valued client base
Represent the company at customer sites across the UK—understanding operational needs and positioning their products as a trusted solution
Work closely with the Marketing and E-commerce teams to ensure sales and campaign activity are aligned for optimal impact
Feed market and customer insights back into marketing and production teams
What can you expect in return?
Competitive salary (DOE)
Performance-based bonus scheme
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