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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Manager to join our busy team at East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd in Sawtry, Cambridgeshire. We are part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, a successful family-owned business offering secure employment to its employees for over 150 years. We have 15 sites nationwide and apply corrosion protection to all the steel you regularly see around you such as street furniture, lampposts, bridge beams and even football stadiums through our galvanizing process. You won’t just be joining a business; you’ll be part of a group that can offer you opportunities and development for the whole of your career! We pride ourselves on caring for each other, with fairness and trust at our core. If you have similar values, you might find us to be a great place to work.
Job Responsibility
Develop an annual site sales plan outlining key tactics and strategies for growth
Annual budget planning to ensure profitability
Develop and nurture relationships with new and potential clients
Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing customers to ensure long-term partnership
Schedule and conduct client visits in line with the customer contact plan
Maintain and update the CRM (including pricing structures)
Ensure effective generation and distribution of promotional materials
Prepare job costing, quotations and contracts
Represent the company at open days, exhibitions and trade shows to build brand awareness
Perform regular market and competitor research/analysis to stay ahead in the industry
Carry out post-contract reviews to analyse project performance and lessons learned
Promote additional sales, revenue opportunities and group services
Keep site personnel informed about ongoing commercial activities and customer engagement.
Requirements
Experience previously working in a sales role
You must be target driven, motivated and have a strategic mindset
You should possess excellent negotiation skills, a strong commercial acumen, and the ability to foster long-term customer relationships
Additionally, you must possess a full, valid driving licence as travel is a key component in this role.
What we offer
A permanent 40-hour contract
Hybrid or electric company car
Generous bonus scheme based on the performance of the Company, paying out in July and December
Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement
Annual pay reviews
25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year
Enhanced pay for other leave (paternity, maternity etc.)
Final salary pension scheme
Employment protection and death in service cover for employees – paying out up to 3x annual salary
Employee Assistance Programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support
Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more