At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a team of 5 sales personnel and track sales pipeline performance.
- Company: Cooneen Group is a leading garment manufacturer in Europe, known for innovative design.
- Benefits: Enjoy 35 days of annual leave, private healthcare cash plan, and a lunchtime finish on Fridays.
- Other info: Experience in textiles or related industries is preferred.
- Why this job: Join a stable company focused on employee well-being and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Strong track record in sales within manufacturing and experience managing teams to achieve targets.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are seeking a commercially driven Sales Manager to support the Business Development Director in the operational management of the sales team to achieve annual sales and margin targets. Acting as a central point within the sales function, you will ensure sales pipeline activity and customer engagement are coordinated and consistently followed through to ensure the achievement of Sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Business Development Director day-to-day in the operational management of the Business Development function
- Manage and coordinate a team of 5 sales personnel (including remote members)
- Ensure opportunities are tracked, progressed, and achieved
- Own the central sales pipeline, tracking performance and driving accountability
- Drive CRM discipline and data accuracy
- Identify risks and stalled opportunities, escalating where required
- Drive consistent progression of sales activity and customer engagement across the pipeline
- Act as a key link with Technical, Sourcing and Quality, Production, Bid Management, and Finance departments as required
- Ensure customer requirements are clearly communicated internally
- Coordinate inputs for customer proposals, tenders, and submissions, ensuring timely delivery
- Track progress across live opportunities and ensure follow-up actions are completed
- Support continuous improvement and efficient ways of working
- Adhere to company policies and procedures
- Undertake additional duties as required
Reward
At the Cooneen Group, we focus on the well-being of our employees. In addition to a competitive rate of pay and working within a modern and comfortable environment, you'll receive 35 days of annual leave, a private healthcare cash plan for you and your dependents, and a lunchtime finish on Fridays. Facilities on-site include a subsidised canteen, with complimentary fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and filtered water provided daily. Other benefits include an employee assistance programme, Royal London pension, paid refer-a-friend scheme, and employee social club.
Essential
- Strong track record of working in a sales or business development environment within a Manufacturing environment
- Experience managing teams to achieve sales targets
- Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders
- Demonstrable organisational and coordination skills
- Proven ability to manage Sales pipelines, reporting, and implementing structured processes
- Experience monitoring sales activity and ensuring consistent progression of opportunities
- High attention to detail with the ability to follow through on actions
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
- Experience in textiles, garments, workwear, or related industries
- Experience supporting Business Development or Sales teams
- Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline management tools
- Exposure to European markets or multi-country operations
About The Cooneen Group
Cooneen Group is one of the largest and most diversified garment manufacturers in Europe. We are a successful, stable group of companies operating across global clothing markets, delivering innovative design, excellent customer service, and strong, reliable supply chains. Each business unit focuses on providing high-quality garment solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.
The Cooneen Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.
Skills: People management, KPIs, Sales
Sales Manager TLNT1_NI employer: Cooneen Group
Cooneen Group offers a competitive salary and benefits like a Royal London pension and employee assistance programme. Located in a modern environment, the company focuses on high-quality garment solutions and excellent customer service. Join a diverse team dedicated to innovation and reliability in the clothing market.
