Sales Manager
This long running company with propelled success in the baking sector consistently provides customers with high‑end quality ingredients. Their innovative influence is evident in the ever‑changing food manufacturing industry.
Role Overview
The purpose of your role will be to guide and develop Key Account Managers in building and maintaining robust relationships with key customers, promoting collaboration, and driving business growth within the UK.
Responsibilities
* Coach and set clear objectives for team members to ensure alignment with business goals. Focus on developing, motivating, and retaining sales staff to build a strong, high‑performing team.
* Monitor and report on sales performance to achieve and exceed targets. Manage the sales pipeline effectively and generate new leads to support ongoing business growth.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and prospects to drive sales and long‑term partnerships. Develop strategic account plans and ensure pricing is competitive and profitable within the sector.
* Work with the Sales and NPD Directors to deliver the strategic sales plan and meet overall business objectives. Provide accurate sales forecasts for planning and stock control and collaborate with the NPD team to manage product development efficiently.
Qualifications
* Strong commercial background within the food manufacturing sector, ideally in B2B sales.
* Previous management experience leading and developing a team, with relevant sales skills and a track record of setting and achieving targets.
* Ability to take on a leadership role and demonstrate readiness for team leadership.
* Strong analytical skills, preparation of accurate forecasts through pipeline development, and a hands‑on approach.
* Willingness and ability to travel across the UK and occasionally overseas. Full UK driver’s licence required.
Benefits
* Pay between £48,000 to £52,000 per annum plus a £5,000 annual car allowance.
* Home‑based role based in the North West of England with occasional travel to the Wigan office 1‑2 days a week.
* Working hours: Monday to Friday, usual office hours.
* Comprehensive benefits package, including Employee Assistance Programme, free counselling, legal advice, emotional support, financial grants (subject to eligibility), specialist support such as cancer assistance, NHS healthcare checks, onsite Mental Health First Aiders, mental health awareness events, free seasonal flu vouchers, VDU eyesight vouchers, enhanced sickness pay, referral scheme offering £250 for successful referrals, a multi‑faith room, local gym discounts, long service awards, optional Westfield Health plan, online private GP services, dental care, physiotherapy, holistic support, and more.
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