Sales Operations Manager

Are you an experienced, commercially driven Sales Operations Manager looking for a new role?

We’ve partnered with an impressive manufacturing business, based in Ireland, in their search for a Sales Operations Manager. This is brand new role that sits right at the heart of the sales function, leading a team of focussed, creative sales professionals.

If you’re someone who can inspire and influence a busy sales team, someone that understands complex sales processes, and you have a background in manufacturing then this could be a great option for you!

This isn’t your typical sales job. It’s operational, people‑focused and delivery‑driven. You’ll be the go‑to person for the team, helping them stay organised, inspired and accountable, working towards shared goals and targets in line with customer requirements.

What you’ll get:

• Highly competitive salary (DOE)
• 35 days hols inc BH’s
• Company pension
• Death in service
• Healthcare cash plan
• Early finish on Friday
• Hybrid working options
• The chance to join a genuine global leading manufacturing business that delivers innovative design and excellent service worldwide.

About You

• You’ll have a proven record in business development / sales leadership
• A confident leader who can influence the team
• You’re comfortable in a fast-moving, dynamic environment
• Tender management experience would be a huge plus!
• A creative thinker; passionate about turning ideas into real products
• You’re down to earth and connect naturally with clients and senior leadership teams
• You’ll be approachable in nature and focused on delivery
• You take accountability, follow‑through and keep the team on track

About the Role

• You’ll support the Director in the operational management of the sales team
• Owning the central sales pipeline, qualification, tracking and progression
• Driving CRM discipline and data accuracy
• Stay ahead of the market, spot risks, gaps and stalled opportunities
• Preparing for customer meetings and ensuring follow‑up actions happen
• Co-ordinating tender inputs, proposals and submissions
• Helping take new product ideas from concept through to customer pitch
• Attending occasional trade shows and supporting the team with client visits
• Acting as the link between external meetings and internal delivery
• Supporting continuous improvement and structured ways of working

About the Business

• Long‑standing manufacturer with deep technical fabric heritage.
• Decades supplying specialist, high‑performance solutions globally.
• Trusted industry name known for quality and innovation.