Sales Manager
Up to £35,000 + annual bonus
Head office – Ellesmere Port – On the road 3-4 days a week
A fantastic opportunity with an organisation offering cutting-edge solutions to their trade. As a Sales Manager, you’ll act as a dynamic and energetic ambassador of the brand, and the trade face of the established partners. You’ll be on the road 3–4 days per week, visiting businesses to promote the brand, onboard new partners, and strengthen the companies market position. You will also be representing company and partner at industry events across the UK and internationally.
This is a highly visible, relationship-driven role with accountability for results, brand presence, and ROI on all commercial activity.
Day-to-day responsibilities
· Act as the primary face-to-face contact for trade partners.
· Identify, contact, and convert new trade partners.
· Retain and develop selected key accounts indefinitely where strong face-to-face relationships deliver lasting value.
· Deliver product training, brand education, and commercial updates via seminars, workshops, and webinars.
· Escort trips, participate in trade shows and industry events, and represent the company at relevant networking opportunities.
· Monitor competitor and market activity; identify trends and recommend commercial opportunities.
· Ensure accurate CRM tracking and regular reporting of sales activity, feedback, and partner engagement.
· Adhere to sales budgets and ensure a clear return on investment for all commercial and travel spend.
What you’ll bring
· Experience in business development, strategic sales, or key account management.
· Strong face-to-face communication and relationship-building skills with confidence in client meetings.
· Commercial mindset with a focus on upselling, cross-selling, and ROI-driven decision-making.
· Skilled in delivering presentations and leading both small and large group discussions.
· Familiarity with CRM platforms and reporting tools to manage pipelines and track performance.
· Ability to work independently, organise a busy diary, and stay aligned with central team goals.
· Willingness to travel extensively across the UK (3–4 days per week minimum).
Benefits
· Competitive salary + annual bonus
· Company car allowance
· 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
· 5% matched company pension
· Wellbeing benefits, internal training academy & development support
· Modern office with gym and Friday bar
Unfortunately, due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, in the event that we haven’t contacted you within 48 hours please take it you have not been successful for this particular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies.
We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We are acting on behalf of the client as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
