Internal Sales Manager in Northampton, Northamptonshire

The Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Internal Sales Manager to join a well-established and successful manufacturer within the construction and building products industry, based at their Northampton office.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and developing relationships with existing merchant and distribution customers.
• Handling incoming sales enquiries and identifying opportunities to generate additional business.
• Providing product information, technical advice and quotations to customers.
• Pricing projects and working closely with main and sub contractors.
• Processing customer orders and managing stock availability.
• Providing a professional and responsive service throughout the sales process.
• Supporting the wider sales team in achieving business growth objectives.

The Person

We are keen to hear from candidates with internal sales experience gained within the construction, building products or merchant sectors.

You could currently be working for a building materials merchant, distributor or manufacturer and looking for an opportunity to develop your career with an established manufacturer.

The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:

• Previous internal sales experience within the construction or building products industry.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A confident and professional telephone manner.
• The ability to build and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Good commercial awareness and an ability to identify sales opportunities.
• A proactive, engaging and enthusiastic approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

The Package

• Basic salary of £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience.
• Bonus scheme, with a new structure being developed for the coming year, expected to be worth 10–20%.
• 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Pension contribution.
• One day per week working from home.

Location: Northampton
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 + Bonus
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm | Friday, 9am – 4.30pm
Hybrid Working: One day per week from home

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious internal sales professional to join a growing manufacturer offering long-term career prospects and the opportunity to play an important role in its continued UK growth.