Sales Manager/Director
Chelmsford
Full Time/Permanent
£85-£90K
Are you a results-driven sales leader ready to take on your next challenge? We're looking for an experienced and strategic sales lead to inspire and grow a high-performing team. If you are in a customer-facing key Sales Account Management/Business Development role and overseeing a team, this could be the next step in your career. This role has a base of £55-£60K with realistic bonus potential of £25-£30K.
This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on developing people and managing existing key accounts, generating new business and driving sales growth while shaping the direction of a sales function. You'll oversee the full sales cycle from prospecting through to closing while setting the pace and vision for both the department and wider business. If you enjoying developing and building long-term relationships and repeat business, this could be for you.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Team Leadership & Performance
- Lead and motivate the sales team to achieve and surpass targets
- Run regular 1-1s, performance reviews and provide support and coaching
- Identify training needs and work with internal teams to build skills across the sales team
- Manage succession planning for the sales department
- Act as the escalation point for customer or team-related issues
- Foster a collaborative, customer-first sales culture
Sales Strategy & Business Growth:
- Define and deliver the sales strategy across short, medium, and long-term timelines
- Align team goals with company objectives and pursue growth targets
- Identify new sector opportunities
- Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activity to shape a market-leading offering
Client Relationship Development:
- Build and maintain strong, lasting customer relationships
- Lead by example in opening and developing new key accounts
- Collaborate with marketing to create sector-specific campaigns
- Deliver compelling product presentations and consultations
Reports and Insights:
- Prepare regular performance reports and accurate sales forecasts
- Analyse sales data to highlight growth areas and performance gaps
- Manage the department budget and drive cost-effective sales operations
What's In It For You:
- Competitive base salary
- Company Car
- Commission and excellent bonus scheme
- Ongoing training and career development
Pension scheme and superb company-wide benefits
If this sounds like you apply today!