Sales Development Manager for Education Sector

4 weeks ago


Bicester, United Kingdom Connecting Education Full time
About the Role

We're seeking an ambitious sales professional with experience in the education or FF&E sector to join our team as a Sales Development Manager for Education Sector. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving sales growth through general furniture supply and FF&E projects for key/target customer groups, including independent & state schools across England.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify key opportunities utilising CRM and database and develop through the pipeline.
  • Undertake suitable pre-meeting preparation and research about opportunities and customers.
  • Nurture and develop existing customers within targeted areas.
  • Present, promote and sell the company's offer to existing and prospective customers.
  • Working closely with key internal departments to ensure opportunities are effectively managed through to submission.
  • Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships.
  • Develop key relationships through networking events, meetings, etc.
  • Accurately manage CRM/Pipeline.
  • Working towards key KPIs, focused mainly on the delivery of GP £ target.
  • Attend site visits, company events and exhibitions.
  • Supply management with updates on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities and potential for new products / strategic value propositions.
About the Company

Our client is the UK's largest furniture supplier to education. They believe that furniture has a profound impact on how we feel and perform. With over 90 years of experience in design, supply and installation, they help create spaces that inspire a culture of learning.

They pride themselves on their client-centric approach, attention to detail, and commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. They create extraordinary educational spaces that inspire, motivate and empower the leaders and learners of tomorrow.

What We Offer
  • Up to £35,000 base salary
  • Commission of up to 30% of basic salary
  • Car allowance
  • Home office set up & mobile phone
  • Up to 30% discount in department stores
  • Regular social events throughout the year and a Christmas Day event
  • Pension
Requirements
  • Proven sales track record showing progressive growth
  • Positive attitude with the desire to constantly improve
  • Customer focus, ensuring the customer is at the heart of everything they do
  • Consultative nature to work with customers
  • Ability to manage long-term opportunities successfully
  • Understanding of the importance of maintaining sales admin
  • Character to work effectively with team members and other departments

Ideal, but not essential, background in FF&E/education furniture or education sector.

This role represents an exciting opportunity for sales professionals looking to grow their career with a respected, leading company whose mission is to create positive outcomes for learners.



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