Sales Operations Manager

1 month ago


West Midlands UK, UK, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

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Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Operations Manager to join a leading FMCG business. This critical role will support their sales teams in optimising profitable, ensure efficient order processing, and drive the implementation of cross-functional initiatives to deliver service excellence. The role involves managing sales operations and people management responsibilities, including Sales Support Managers and a Front of House Receptionist. The Sales Operations Manager will deputise for the Head of Sales Operations as needed and play a key role in driving process improvements across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, manage, and develop a team of direct reports to achieve both team and business objectives, ensuring adequate staffing and performance reviews are in place.
  • Work with the Head of HR to define and deliver an internal training program to support the team's development.
  • Monitor service level issues, ensuring shortfalls are addressed, and the team is aligned with the company's service offerings.
  • Provide accurate and timely sales and operational reports to the Head of Sales Operations and relevant Sales Directors.
  • Oversee the sales administration process, ensuring customer requirements and product specifications are met.
  • Attend customer meetings and trade shows where required, ensuring follow-up actions are completed promptly.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives, acting as a liaison between Sales Operations and other departments, to ensure optimal processes and customer satisfaction.
  • Implement new policies and procedures as directed by the Directors, ensuring compliance.
  • Support business development opportunities and drive process improvements in the sales operations function.
  • Manage the Receptionist and front-of-house roles and responsibilities.

Essential Experience & Skills:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a people management role within a sales function.
  • Proven experience managing teams in a fast-paced, commercial environment.
  • Strong understanding of operational sales workflows and delivery methodologies.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of integration systems (e.g., EDI, Linnworks, Shopify, Salsify).
  • Competency in Google G Suite.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and influence across the organisation.
  • Strong problem-solving and customer-centric approach.
  • Ability to prioritise, plan, and organise both your own workload and that of others.


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