Sales Manager - North

Overview

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Sales Manager to oversee sales growth and team leadership in the North of England and Scotland. This role is field-based, focusing on strategic territory development within the life sciences and related sectors. The successful candidate will bring energy, a proactive mindset, and a passion for driving results through mentorship rather than management, account development, and market engagement.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead sales activities and manage business development efforts across the designated territory

• Provide direct line management and mentorship to field-based sales professionals through guidance and mentorship

• Support the team in developing customer accounts, expanding market share, and deepening client relationships

• Visit client sites regularly (60–80% of time in the field) to support sales efforts and relationship management

• Collaborate with internal departments on local marketing and customer engagement initiatives

• Actively contribute to lead generation and pipeline development

• Represent the regional team in leadership meetings, sharing insights and feedback on commercial activities, competitors, and customer needs

• Deliver regular reports and forecasts to the national sales leadership

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in life sciences or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in scientific, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical sectors

• At least 1–3 years of experience in a sales management or team leadership role

• Familiarity with customer engagement in academic, biotech, and pharma markets

• Comfortable using CRM platforms and standard Microsoft Office applications

Key Attributes:

• Motivational leadership style with a balance of support and accountability

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Committed to personal and professional growth

• Able to build and sustain long-term client relationships

• Strong commercial awareness and listening skills

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence

• Legal right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available)

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