Sales Manager

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for an experience Sales Manager for our client based in Washington. The ideal candidate will have previously worked in the manufacturing industry. This role is responsible for maintaining and managing existing customer relationships and generating new business and opportunities in the area.

Role details:

• £45,000 – £50,000 per annum DOE
• Monday to Friday
• Office based
• Permanent position
• Commission scheme

Key responsibilities:

• Generate new business opportunities through cold calling and by converting inquiries from marketing campaigns.
• Maintain and manage the customer pipeline, providing regular reports on status and opportunities.
• Collaborate with the National Sales Manager and business management to uphold high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Build and nurture long-lasting customer relationships to strengthen loyalty.
• Complete daily call sheets to relay essential feedback and insights from customer visits to management.
• Meet new business targets while adhering to the discount and credit guidelines established by management.
• Work closely with the credit control department to manage financial risks effectively.

Key requirements:

• Ideally has previous manufacturing experience.
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively sell the benefits of our product portfolio.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and ambitious, demonstrating a proactive approach to work.
• Proven ability to achieve targets consistently.
• Strong customer service skills to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Focus on value-added selling rather than being price-driven.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV attached.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.

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