Sales Manager

Overview

We are looking for an ambitious Sales Manager with sign industry experience to join our creative team at Signs Express (Exeter & Plymouth) and play a pivotal role as we look at our next phase of business growth across both areas. As Sales Manager, our ideal candidate will create an ambitious sales strategy and help grow the business alongside the Centre Owners.

You will proactively target local and national businesses within the territory and will be required to successfully create leads and build new client relationships.

• Location:
  
  11 Newcourt Barton Farm, Clyst Rd, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0DB
• Salary:
  Dependent on experience
• Travel: A full, clean driving licence and own transport is essential for local travel between Exeter & Plymouth

As an established business, we are part of the UK and Ireland’s leading signage and graphics network with an excellent reputation for bespoke solutions, delivered with excellent customer care.

Working across various industry sectors including professional services, construction, transportation, creative agencies and industrial, you will be an excellent communicator, managing the front end of the sales cycle and be a key face in the business. You will be expected to use all outbound sales channels to nurture existing business and drive new business opportunities.

• Engage and build client relationships, generate leads and deliver sales targets across both Exeter & Plymouth.
• Develop and deliver a strategic sales plan in line with business objectives to expand and grow the customer base.
• Understand the territory dynamics, customer base and client needs in the local and surrounding areas.
• Interact in a professional and friendly manner with clients whilst striving to exceed their expectations.
• Work with local and national businesses across various industry sectors to deliver bespoke, quality signage solutions with outstanding customer service.
• Engage with customers on a 1-2-1 basis when on-site for consultations, site surveys and project review meetings.
• Process and issue some quotes via our quotation system as well as support the sales process including quote follow‑ups and routine customer contacts, including requesting Google reviews.
• Support the Centre Owners in the day‑to‑day running of the business as required.
• Minimum two year’s sales experience and experience within the signage industry is desirable.
• Be motivated with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Flexibility to work outside of the core hours to meet project deadlines as and when required.
• Have the use of our company vehicles, with uniform and PPE also being provided.
• Enjoy Christmas and New Year closure to allow time with friends and family.
• Participate in wider‑company networking and training opportunities.
• Continue education and professional development through our online centralised Learning Management System.
• Volunteer days to support your chosen charities.

Please note, whilst we aim to get back to all applicants, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you will have been unsuccessful.