Job Description
Contract: 17-month maternity cover – Immediate start
About the Role
We are seeking a highly driven Sales Supervisor/Manager to lead and grow our Repairs business on a 17-month fixed-term contract.
This is a front-line commercial leadership role focused on delivering immediate, measurable impact through increased sales activity, robust pipeline management, and improved conversion rates.
You will take ownership of an established team and customer portfolio, with a clear mandate to drive performance, accelerate growth, and deliver results from day one.
This role is ideal for a results-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by targets, accountability, and visible business impact.
What You Will Be Doing:
Drive Sales Growth & Results
Own and deliver order intake, revenue, and margin targets
Drive a culture of high activity, strong conversion, and accountability
Ensure consistent growth in pipeline value and order book
Increase Activity & Pipeline Strength
Lead high levels of sales activity (calls, quotations, follow-ups) across the team
Establish and maintain a disciplined weekly sales rhythm with clear performance tracking
Ensure a clean, active pipeline with clear ownership and progression
Improve Conversion & Win Rate
Drive improvements in hit rate through coaching, deal ownership, and follow-up discipline
Ensure quotations are timely, competitive, and professionally managed
Support key opportunities to maximise conversion and margin performance
Customer Growth
Strengthen relationships with key customers and decision-makers
Drive proactive engagement and early opportunity identification
Expand share of wallet within existing accounts
Lead & Develop the Team
Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable for results
Coach individuals on sales discipline, negotiation, and closing techniques
Proactively manage performance recognising success and addressing gaps quickly
Support both performance delivery and personal development within the team
Champion a digital, forward-thinking mindset, aligned with evolving tools and customer expectations
Use Data & Tools to Win
Utilise CRM and digital platforms to manage pipeline, track performance, and drive decisions
Maintain high standards of data accuracy and visibility
Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, activity levels, and conversion rates
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in sales leadership or sales management
Demonstrated ability to deliver results and drive growth at pace
Strong focus on activity management, pipeline health, and conversion improvement
A leader who brings energy, urgency, and accountability
Comfortable working in a target-driven, performance-led environment
Strong commercial awareness and decision-making capability
Ability to introduce new ideas, concepts, and approaches to drive growth
Why This Role is Attractive:
Immediate opportunity to lead and make a measurable impact
Full ownership of performance, results, and team output
Exposure to a high-performing, commercially focused environment
Opportunity to gain experience within a market-leading organisation
This is a 17-month maternity cover, offering a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with full responsibility from day one and deliver meaningful business impact against challenging and rewarding targets.
This is not a coordination or support role this is a sales leadership position with full accountability for activity, conversion, and results.
We are looking for someone who will take ownership, challenge the status quo, and deliver results at pace.
What KONE can offer:
We offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday and additional Bank Holidays, 1 paid Volunteering Day, Quarterly Commission, EV Car / Car Allowance, Pension, PDI, Development opportunities and development reviews to help you achieve your professional goals. Endless support from experienced lifts industry leaders, 24/7 GP Support & Wellbeing Access, Hybrid Working