Sales Manager

• Annual Salary: Up to £75k + performance bonus
• Location: Ipswich
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are working exclusively on a retained basis with Klipspringer who are seeking a dynamic Food & Beverage Production Sales Manager.

This will be to lead their sales team and drive sales strategy. The role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to achieving sales targets and departmental goals.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop and implement the Food & Beverage Production sales strategy, including setting objectives, measurables, and ways of working.
• Review team performance regularly, reporting findings to the Sales & Marketing Director and implementing improvements.
• Manage resource planning and budgeting within the team.
• Handle recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Lead and motivate team members daily to achieve department KPIs.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to review performance and discuss training or support needs.
• Provide hands-on support with sales opportunities, including face-to-face meetings, Teams calls, and phone calls.
• Collaborate with other managers to synergise and achieve company targets.
• Manage daily team huddles and day-to-day resourcing to ensure adequate sales support.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading and coaching a sales team.
• Strong track record of achieving sales objectives and effectively reporting on performance.
• Strategic thinker with excellent planning skills at both departmental and business levels.
• Exceptional communication and team management skills, capable of maintaining professionalism under pressure.
• Experience in handling sales opportunities and interacting professionally with customers.
• Proficient in data analysis and interpretation to support decision-making.
• Ability to quickly adapt to and become an ambassador for the company’s sales methodology.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Health and safety training.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

To apply for the Food & Beverage Production Sales Manager position, please apply as soon as possible.