Sales Manager

Are you an experienced Business Development / Sales Manager with a strong knowledge and background in technical textiles?

Do you understand the difference between wet and dry processing and a weft from a knit?

Can you capably build new business whilst managing a small team?

We’re working exclusively with an EXCEPTIONAL technical textile manufacturer to find the right fit for their UK sales division.

Currently going through a period of planned growth, they’re investing in new machinery to uplift their offering to customers.

What You Get

• A basic salary of up to £60k
• Bonus structure
• Car allowance
• Healthcare Scheme
• Company Pension

About You

• It is essential that you have a strong background in technical textiles
• You should have previously sold to technical markets such as aerospace, automotive, medical or defence
• A good understanding of coatings is highly advantageous
• You’ll be driven and curious – you will absolutely want to get in front of your customers!
• With your in-depth textiles knowledge and creativity, you’ll enjoy working with customers to develop new technical products to bring to market
• You will have a natural ability to lead a well-established team
• Ideally, you’ll be based in commutable distance to the East Midlands.

About The Job

• You’ll join as UK Sales Manager; there will also be occasional European opportunities
• You’ll supervise the internal customer care team who will support you in all aspects of your role; they’re highly experienced with the product base, the customers and the suppliers – they work with you to make sure that you have everything that you need to do your job well
• As well as key account management, you’ll be responsible for developing new business across medical, aerospace, defence and composites to name a few
• With your excellent negotiation skills, you’ll manage new and existing contracts including pricing and terms
• You’ll manage your own strategy and forecasts and report to the Sales Director and wider leadership team
• Although this is being offered as a remote opportunity, the business does expect to see you a couple of times each month

About The Company

• A long-standing textile manufacturer who are respected highly within the industry
• They provide a welcoming environment with a down-to-earth feel
• They’re a growing business who have invested heavily in new machinery over the last couple of years with plans for further expansion and investment in the coming years
• A true heritage employer with lots of long-serving staff

If you’ve got the background in textiles that we’re looking for, please apply now.  To discuss, please call and speak to Lucy