Internal Sales Manager in Preston

Are you a dynamic and motivated sales professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the engineering industry? Our client, a leading engineering company, is seeking an Internal Sales Manager to join their team in Preston. As the Internal Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving growth and managing the internal sales team.

If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for the engineering industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Our client offers a competitive salary up to £32,000 per year, a full-time permanent contract, and the opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team.

• Lead and manage the internal sales team, providing mentorship and support to individuals as needed.
• Ensure the highest standard of customer service while handling incoming customer contacts through various channels.
• Set and progress sales team and business targets, focusing on sales and margin growth on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Manage the office environment, fostering professionalism and a positive working atmosphere for all.
• Develop a strong new business ethic, identifying opportunities within current divisions and territories, as well as exploring new markets.
• Proactively make outbound sales calls to prospects, drop-offs, lapsed customers, and new customers to generate revenue and secure margin.
• Follow up on customer quotations in a timely and effective manner.
• Understand and manage assigned accounts, maintaining good records and addressing individual customer needs.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand market share.
• Utilise data management software to produce reports that drive process improvement.
• Meet and exceed company set targets for accounts, including monetary and margin/profit goals.
• Collaborate closely with all divisions of the business to support customers.
• Conduct monthly sales reviews to identify areas of improvement and potential gains.
• Manage website inquiries and suggest improvements to increase traffic to the business.
• Keep customers informed throughout the sales process, involving team members when necessary.
• Proactively research and implement methods to generate high-quality sales leads.
• Work closely with the external sales and digital marketing teams to ensure successful campaigns and promote the brand.
• Obtain and update customer contact information regularly.
• Conduct customer-led market research and competitor analysis to drive supplier relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Adhere to the company's QMS contract review sales process and maintain proficiency in the ERP system.

• Previous experience in a busy customer service and sales office environment.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Office, with a strong focus on data analysis and manipulation in Excel.
• Strong communication skills, both written and interpersonal.
• High standards of personal presentation.
• Customer-focused individual with a strong team working ethic.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply now and take the next step in your sales career with our client.

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