Trade Sales Manager, Flooring Products, Midlands, South West and South Wales.
£50,000 basic + bonus scheme (£60,000 OTE) + Electric Company Car + Benefits
Our client is a recognised leader in the flooring industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established territory, grow market share, and make a real impact.
Having spent 20+ years recruiting at this level, I believe this is one of the most impressive, forward-thinking organisations I have worked with. Their culture is dynamic, inclusive, and people-focused. The strength of the brand is exceptional, and its growth is incredible. Therefore, my client will only recruit the very best talent.
What is Required to be the Trade Sales Manager
- Proven experience in flooring specification sales or related fields (contract flooring, adhesives, oil/wood treatments, self-levelling compounds, primers, paint, subfloor preparation, resins, etc.).
- Experience selling products through trade distributors such as decorator's or builder's merchants, flooring distributors, and DIY specialists.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Technically proficient and eager to learn new products and systems.
- Commercially creative and proactive in seeking new opportunities.
- A team player who enjoys working in a fun and collaborative environment.
In Return you will receive.
- £50,000 basic + bonus scheme (£60,000 OTE)
- Electric company car.
- 25 days holiday.
- Life assurance.
- Enhanced pension.
- Private healthcare.
Responsibilities of the Trade Sales Manager:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with trade distributors and flooring contractors.
- Drive sales through push selling to distributors, winning larger projects, and backselling through the distribution channel.
- Deliver comprehensive product training to both distributors and contractors.
- Provide on-site visits, technical advice, and specifications for tenders.
- Foster excellent relationships with all customers and identify new market opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records within our CRM system.
- Explore untapped potential within the trade decorating merchants sector.
- Engage with major trade clients through events and activities including corporate hospitality at sports events, golf days and trade events.
To Apply
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