Sales Supervisor/Manager - 17 Months FTC

Job Description

Contract: 17-month maternity cover – Immediate start

About the Role

We are seeking a highly driven Sales Supervisor/Manager to lead and grow our Repairs business on a 17-month fixed-term contract.

This is a front-line commercial leadership role focused on delivering immediate, measurable impact through increased sales activity, robust pipeline management, and improved conversion rates.

You will take ownership of an established team and customer portfolio, with a clear mandate to drive performance, accelerate growth, and deliver results from day one.

This role is ideal for a results-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by targets, accountability, and visible business impact.

What You Will Be Doing:

Drive Sales Growth & Results

Own and deliver order intake, revenue, and margin targets

Drive a culture of high activity, strong conversion, and accountability

Ensure consistent growth in pipeline value and order book

Increase Activity & Pipeline Strength

Lead high levels of sales activity (calls, quotations, follow-ups) across the team

Establish and maintain a disciplined weekly sales rhythm with clear performance tracking

Ensure a clean, active pipeline with clear ownership and progression

Improve Conversion & Win Rate

Drive improvements in hit rate through coaching, deal ownership, and follow-up discipline

Ensure quotations are timely, competitive, and professionally managed

Support key opportunities to maximise conversion and margin performance

Customer Growth

Strengthen relationships with key customers and decision-makers

Drive proactive engagement and early opportunity identification

Expand share of wallet within existing accounts

Lead & Develop the Team

Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable for results

Coach individuals on sales discipline, negotiation, and closing techniques

Proactively manage performance recognising success and addressing gaps quickly

Support both performance delivery and personal development within the team

Champion a digital, forward-thinking mindset, aligned with evolving tools and customer expectations

Use Data & Tools to Win

Utilise CRM and digital platforms to manage pipeline, track performance, and drive decisions

Maintain high standards of data accuracy and visibility

Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, activity levels, and conversion rates

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience in sales leadership or sales management

Demonstrated ability to deliver results and drive growth at pace

Strong focus on activity management, pipeline health, and conversion improvement

A leader who brings energy, urgency, and accountability

Comfortable working in a target-driven, performance-led environment

Strong commercial awareness and decision-making capability

Ability to introduce new ideas, concepts, and approaches to drive growth

Why This Role is Attractive:

Immediate opportunity to lead and make a measurable impact

Full ownership of performance, results, and team output

Exposure to a high-performing, commercially focused environment

Opportunity to gain experience within a market-leading organisation

This is a 17-month maternity cover, offering a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with full responsibility from day one and deliver meaningful business impact against challenging and rewarding targets.

This is not a coordination or support role  this is a sales leadership position with full accountability for activity, conversion, and results.

We are looking for someone who will take ownership, challenge the status quo, and deliver results at pace.

What KONE can offer:

We offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday and additional Bank Holidays, 1 paid Volunteering Day, Quarterly Commission, EV Car / Car Allowance, Pension, PDI, Development opportunities and development reviews to help you achieve your professional goals. Endless support from experienced lifts industry leaders, 24/7 GP Support & Wellbeing Access, Hybrid Working.