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Ref: CC46557
A manufacturer and seller of high-quality drilling and cutting tools is currently looking for a Sales General Manager to join their UK team based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.
This is a key leadership role ideal for a commercially driven professional with a strong background in B2B or B2C sales, preferably within the industrial tools or related sectors, and proven experience in managing and developing high-performing sales teams.
TYPE: Full-time, permanent
SALARY: £60k-£65k + car allowance, depending on the experience
LOCATION: Stevenage, UK (typically field-based with 1-2 days in the office per week)
GENERAL MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage the sales activities in the UK
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional departments including Manufacturing, Product Development, Finance, HR, Purchasing, and Warehousing
- Manage and lead the sales team (2 field reps + 1 office rep)
- Set and monitor call/visit targets and conversion rates
- Develop sales strategies, track KPIs
- Train team in sales and product knowledge
- Maintain relationships with key clients; visiting 10-15 clients, twice a year
- Provide sales forecasts and performance reports to HQ
- Lead generation and marketing activities
- Attend relevant shows and represent the company externally
SALES GENERAL MANAGER IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Essential
- Business development & account growth experience
- Strong sales orientation with proven experience in industrial tool sales
- Direct experience in diamond tools, particularly with core products such as:
- Core Drill / Wall Saw / Floor Saw
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Desirable/Preferred
- Familiarity with accounting systems (optional, but preferred)
Personality
- Self-motivated, proactive, professional
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Team-oriented, adaptable, and commercially aware
- Problem-solving and negotiation ability
** All applicants for the Sales Manager must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.
