Internal Sales Manager

Internal Sales Manager
Salary: £40,000 + Bonus
Location: Chester

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and career development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Full Uniform Provided
• Free Parking
• Company Pension
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff Discounts
• Early access to wages via Wagestream
• Bonus package (details provided upon request)

About the Role:
Our client is looking for an experienced Internal Sales Manager to join their team at their Chester branch. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a team of 3-4 Sales Advisors, drive sales performance, and identify growth opportunities in the region.

Role Overview:
As the Internal Sales Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing the sales team, driving business growth, and maintaining excellent customer relationships. You will work closely with the Branch Manager to identify sales opportunities and ensure the team meets sales targets and KPIs. Your leadership will help guide the team in delivering high levels of service and achieving key business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of 3-4 Sales Advisors, ensuring KPIs and sales targets are met
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, identifying growth opportunities
• Collaborate with the Branch Manager to identify new sales leads and business opportunities
• Coach and mentor the sales team to improve performance and ensure consistent service delivery
• Manage and monitor sales pipelines, ensuring accurate reporting and tracking of leads and opportunities
• Take ownership of key accounts, maximising their potential and ensuring client satisfaction
• Maintain margin levels and drive profitability, in line with company targets set by senior management
• Ensure effective diary management for the team, with accurate and timely reporting of calls, visits, and customer interactions (training provided)
• Support the branch in day-to-day sales operations, including preparing quotes, handling customer queries, and addressing urgent sales needs

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Full UK Clean Driving License
• Previous experience in a Builders Merchant environment is essential
• Proven experience in Sales Management, Account Management, or Business Development
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a track record of driving team performance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to identify new business opportunities and drive growth within existing accounts
• A proactive approach, with the ability to handle a variety of tasks efficiently and effectively
• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining accurate records of customer interactions

Why Join Us?
Our client offers a competitive salary, a bonus package based on performance, and an opportunity for career growth within a well-established, respected company in the industry. You will be part of a supportive team, and your contributions will directly impact the success of the branch.