Sales Manager
Salary: £52,500 per annum
Our client, a leading UK-based supplier of high-quality puppets and soft toys, is on the hunt for an experienced and dynamic Sales Manager to help drive their next stage of growth across the UK and Ireland. With over two decades in the industry and a strong reputation for creativity, innovation, and charm, they are entering an exciting period of transformation, investing in their brand, systems and infrastructure to future-proof the business and strengthen their global reach.
This is a pivotal role within the business, offering a unique opportunity to shape and deliver strategic sales plans while building relationships with key retailers and managing their national network of agents. You'll be inheriting established accounts and warm leads, but they are looking for someone with the drive to grow these relationships, identify new opportunities, and help take their offering to the next level.
As part of the sales leadership team, you will take responsibility for the management and development of key and independent accounts, implement strategies to grow their presence with retailers they don’t yet work with, and act as a key point of contact for their external sales agents. You will be expected to deep-dive into customer insights and sales data to drive smart, profitable decisions, while also playing a leading role in promotional activity, competitor benchmarking, and analysing the performance of their website and e-commerce channels.
Is this right for you?
Our client is looking for someone who is both commercially astute and people focused.
You should have experience managing sales accounts and ideally sales teams and be confident working with national and independent retailers alike. A strong level of emotional intelligence is essential – you’ll need to build trusted relationships, make quick decisions, and remain cool under pressure. You'll thrive in a business that values fresh thinking, new ideas and a passion for detail. A background in consumer goods, retail or toys would be a distinct advantage, and an understanding of e-commerce and multichannel sales is essential.
Why Join Our Client?
In return, you’ll enjoy a generous commission structure, with all commission paid quarterly.
You’ll receive 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), the option to buy additional days, up to 5% pension contributions, Bupa assistance programme and a warm, team-focused culture that includes regular socials, “Fizz Fridays,” and the chance to travel to industry trade fairs and client meetings.
This is a rare opportunity to take on a high-impact position at a key moment in their journey. If you’re a motivated, engaging and experienced sales professional ready to be part of something special, our client love to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the continued success of our client, they want to hear from you! Please send your CV.
