SALES MANAGER - SOUTH
| Employment Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Location | Bedfordshire , midlands and south |
| Industry Sector | Electrical |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Salary/Rate | 30-40k |
| Reference | 7057 2D CA |
| Date Advertised | 04-06-2008 - 00:00 |
This vacancy is out of date and no longer accepting applications.
Description
SALES MANAGER
30-40K + MONDEO + MOBILE + LAP TOP + PENSION + LIFE ASSURANCE
THE COMPANY
Having been acquired by a global blue chip organization, this niche manufacturer of variable message LED signs for the transport sector has the platform in place to dominate the market. Last year saw the business grow by 20% and 33% is forecast for this year. To continue this impressive performance the business needs a sales manager to help deliver on the increase in demand.
THE ROLE
As sales manager you will be covering the midlands and southern half of the UK. The bulk of the business is sold through Local Authorities and you will be given a number of accounts which have strong trading relationships with the company. You will be have the regular satisfaction of selling small orders on an ongoing basis as well as having the technical challenge of bespoking a whole system which can take up to 12 months. Having become comfortable with the market you will be then be given free reign to start looking for new business. The quality of the brand and the reputation of the business should mean success as long as you are willing to put in the ground work.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal sales manager should have;
"An mechanical, electrical, electronic engineering background or qualification
"A demonstrable track record in account development
"Able to sell a solution rather than box shift
"A desire to want to progress within 3 years
THE BENEFITS
The ethos of this business is to invest heavily in their employees. Therefore the successful sales manager can expect an intensive 4-6 week induction plus any on going training that you request. The business is growing aggressively therefore they will pro actively look to progress you through the business within a 3 year period.
