Technical Sales Manager

Title: Technical Sales Manager
Salary: GBP50,000 per annum + bonus
Working hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm & Friday 8:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Enderby, Leicestershire

VH Talent is delighted to be supporting our client, a world leader in design, development and a manufacturer of specialist equipment to appoint an experienced Technical Sales Manager. It s an exciting time to join the company as they expand and branch out into more industries!

We re seeking a dynamic, proactive and results driven Sales Professional to support with the continued growth of the company s client-base. A relationship builder, who is customer focused, has a technical background and the first point of contact for all customers. If you re experienced in leading teams to success, we d love to hear from you!

Please note this is a site based role, not hybrid and there will be regular travelling to customers sites, including globally

The Technical Sales Manager Role:

• Operate as part of the Senior Leadership Team, attending meetings and support with devising and achieving the business growth plans
• Ensure fully aware of all the company s product range and services and any developments or new product releases
• Build robust working relationships with current and new clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and regular communication. Support with answering technical enquiries as they arise
• The central point for all customers and Distributors, be visible, accessible and there to support with retaining and encouraging business growth
• Manage, update and oversee the CRM database to ensure targeting lapsed clients,
  pursuing prospects and building new pipeline
• Collaborate with the Marketing team by sharing market insights and assisting with ensuring the company is engaging with their target audience with relevant and consistent content
• Monitor, capture and report daily sales activity to assess own performance and to assist with identifying areas to hone in or reset
• Achieve sales department objectives to assist with wider business goals, by completing and measuring KPI s and ratios vs results. Monitor the Sales Performance Metrics, providing regular reports to senior management on progress towards all targets/forecasting
• Support with managing the sales budget and undertaking confidential projects for Senior Managers, Directors and Partners
• Attend customers sites to secure new business, identify opportunities and grow
  relationships. Also participate in global Trade Shows, engaging with prospects and industry professionals to expand network
• Present to the Senior Leadership team, sharing ideas, sales initiatives, strategies and outcomes
• As the role evolves, establish, recruit and lead a Sales Team. Completing one to ones, devising targets, implementing training and recording onto the internal training matrix and measuring output vs result

You ll Need:

• Highly desirable to have experience within Plastics, Food & Drink or Paint & Coatings sectors
• Proven experience in a sales role, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets, within a manufacturing or engineering setting
• A good leader, with demonstrable success and experience managing and coaching teams. With the ability to lead by example, fostering a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and success
• Able to gather sales data, compile information, analyse and prepare reports to share with Senior Stakeholders and internal teams
• Ability to work under pressure and still provide a high standard of service
• Proficient in Microsoft packages and experience of operating Sage CRM Systems would be advantageous, however not essential
• Travel and driving are an essential part of this role where overnight stays may be required at times and a Driving Licence

What s in it for you:

• End of year performance related bonus
• Laptop and mobile provided
• Car allowance + expenses covered
• Permanent position
• Forward thinking company
• 22 days holiday (rising 2 days after 5 years of continuous service) plus bank holidays
• MediCash Scheme
• Cycle Scheme
• Death in Service Scheme
• Free car parking

VH Talent, your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner!