Sales Operations Manager

Overview

Are you an experienced, commercially driven Sales Operations Manager looking for a new role? We've partnered with an impressive manufacturing business, based in Ireland, in their search for a Sales Operations Manager. This is a brand new role that sits right at the heart of the sales function, leading a team of focused, creative sales professionals. If you're someone who can inspire and influence a busy sales team, someone that understands complex sales processes, and you have a background in manufacturing then this could be a great option for you!

This isn't your typical sales job. It's operational, people-focused and delivery-driven. You'll be the go-to person for the team, helping them stay organised, inspired and accountable, working towards shared goals and targets in line with customer requirements.

• Highly competitive salary (DOE)
• 35 days hols inc BH's
• Company pension
• Death in service
• Healthcare cash plan
• Early finish on Friday
• Hybrid working options
• The chance to join a genuine global leading manufacturing business that delivers innovative design and excellent service worldwide.

• You'll have a proven record in business development / sales leadership
• A confident leader who can influence the team
• You're comfortable in a fast-moving, dynamic environment
• Tender management experience would be a huge plus!
• A creative thinker; passionate about turning ideas into real products
• You're down to earth and connect naturally with clients and senior leadership teams
• You'll be approachable in nature and focused on delivery
• You take accountability, follow-through and keep the team on track

• You'll support the Director in the operational management of the sales team
• Owning the central sales pipeline, qualification, tracking and progression
• Driving CRM discipline and data accuracy
• Stay ahead of the market, spot risks, gaps and stalled opportunities
• Preparing for customer meetings and ensuring follow-up actions happen
• Co-ordinating tender inputs, proposals and submissions
• Helping take new product ideas from concept through to customer pitch
• Attending occasional trade shows and supporting the team with client visits
• Acting as the link between external meetings and internal delivery
• Supporting continuous improvement and structured ways of working

• Long-standing manufacturer with deep technical fabric heritage.
• Decades supplying specialist, high-performance solutions globally.
• Trusted industry name known for quality and innovation