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UK Sales Manager

Coventry, United Kingdom
Full-Time

Job Title: UK Sales Manager
Location: Coventry, Warwickshire
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) + Bonus Scheme

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven UK Sales Manager on behalf of a leading family-owned business in the professional grounds maintenance industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing company with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality products and outstanding customer service.


The Role:

As the UK Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading the ‘proactive’ sales activities and driving business growth. This is a hands-on position, where you will be actively involved in developing the sales team, supporting field sales staff, and managing high-level tender documentation to secure major accounts.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and motivate the various proactive sales teams to ensure they achieve their targets and perform to their highest potential.
  • Hands-On Sales: Take a proactive role in securing large new clients and overseeing the preparation of tender documentation for major contracts.
  • Field Team Support: Provide guidance and support to field sales staff, ensuring they are equipped with the tools and knowledge to succeed.
  • Business Development: Focus on onboarding large customers while strengthening relationships with existing clients, aiming for long-term partnerships.
  • Strategy & Coordination: Work closely with senior leadership to align sales strategies, drive lead generation, and support marketing initiatives.
  • Office-Based Role: This role is primarily based at the company’s head office near Coventry, where you’ll work closely with the wider sales team.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in leading and developing sales teams.
  • Strong background in managing high-level tenders and securing large contracts.
  • A hands-on approach to sales with a passion for winning new business.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a consultative selling style.
  • Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce.
  • A strategic mindset, with the ability to work closely with senior leadership to shape and deliver sales plans.

Benefits

What’s on Offer:

  • A competitive salary ranging from £70,000 - £80,000 (negotiable based on experience).
  • Bonus scheme for exceeding sales targets.
  • Pool car for business purposes, company uniform, and 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays.
  • A secure and supportive working environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you’re a hands-on sales leader with a proven track record of securing major deals and developing high-performing teams, we want to hear from you! This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with exciting growth plans.

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