Carpet Roles UK are delighted to be assisting their clients, a Blue Chip Specialist Carpet Manufacturer with a design led range and bespoke services specific to the Hospitality, Corporate and even an Aviation division, in their search for a Sales Manager to work as part of their UK and EMEA operations Management team. Job description: The role is a Key one and will involve close cooperation with the UK based and EMEA Senior Management team, duties will include: Create, agree & implement sales action plans with the UK team and Sales Director EMEA. Adopt and adhere to best practice sales and account/project management techniques and practices. Ability to work within a team environment of dynamic, enthusiastic individuals with a high degree of passion & commitment. Deliver sustained growth in carpet sales & profitability, through increasing opportunity, and being first choice throughout the hospitality market sector. Lead and participate where necessary, in major negotiations with prospects to achieve a successful outcome based on Win:Win solutions. Focus localised representation towards a bias of specifiers and end users, to subsequently understand, and approach, all parties involved on projects to adopt a ‘pincer’ approach to close the sale. Provide artistic and technical guidance to high-end interior designers to help them develop a unique custom proposition Develop and deliver sales presentations to architects, designers, purchasing agents, project managers and end users Travel to design companies and other customer locations is required in and around the London area, with occasional visits outside the region as needed Evaluate, create and implement best approach methods of contractor partnering Work closely with internal teams, including Design, Customer Service and Planning & Estimating to specify our clients full product portfolio, maintaining project integrity and close sales Work in accordance to the required internal system processes and reporting procedures Continually review and align company approach to the UK Market, creating and implementing agreed changes when necessary. Continually monitor, evaluate and amend plans in light of performance versus plan Reach sales objectives whilst maintaining high margins Profile: The person our clients are seeking will display the following Key Attributes: Minimum of 5 years’ sales, project management and hospitality experience Knowledge of the hospitality and woven carpet industry is advantageous Self starter and thrives in individual and team environments, adapting to the demands of a changing marketplace. A good team player, organised, and highly motivated with good interpersonal skills Strong verbal, written and communication skills Is a clear and logical thinker. Has strong influential skills Strong networking skills Ability to think ‘outside the box’ and juggle multiple tasks at once Has the drive & commitment to deliver aggressive business plans through clearly defined and agreed strategies. Track record in successful creation & implementation of sales strategies Can develop strong cross-functional relationships with colleagues and clients, enhancing overall business performance. Proven record of excellent customer service and relationship building Active member of the Hospitality industry; NEWH and other organisations In Return our clients offer a Superb package with Basic Salary in the region of £65000 plus £5k Car Allowance plus Bonus. For immediate Consideration for this Fantastic Opportunity please follow the Apply Here Links on this page, for a confidential discussion call Justin Kelly on 0844 4153054. Carpet Roles UK are dedicated Recruiters to the UK Flooring Industry.