Sales Manager

Role: Sales Manager (UK & Ireland) / Kidde Commercial Based: United Kingdom Annual Base Salary Rate: 51,805–60,947 GBP Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in Fire & Life Safety Solutions tailored for both complex commercial and residential facilities. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Airsense and Aritech, we provide advanced solutions and services to protect people and property globally. Our innovative solutions are designed to enhance safety and piece of mind for residential and commercial customers alike. We are looking for a Sales Manager to join our expanding sales team in the UK & Ireland. Role Description Summary We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Sales Account Manager to enhance the existing UK Kidde Commercial sales team. The role will be to proactively manage the full sales life-cycle from engaging, selling and closing opportunities, managing existing business, building strong relationships with clients and develop new business for our range of fire detection products in the UK. The following is an outline of the work required and the personal attributes we are looking for in this person.The individual will be located in the United Kingdom. Customers are dispersed across the country and travel will be needed, including regular travel to Kidde Commercial UK offices. Accountable for locking in customer spending commitments, focus on maximizing growth, develop and execute strategic plans for their portfolio, prioritizing key markets and customers. Work closely with key stakeholders, identify new business and provide market intel and feedback. Ability to use data to spot trends and identify growth opportunities in key to this role, proven track record in building effective relationships and generating business leads through focused sales activities with a consistent rhythm and the key objectives for this role are pipeline growth and conversion. Tasks and details Report to the UK/IRL Regional Country Manager. Meet agreed sales and Gross Margin objectives both monthly and annually Comply with KGS Ethics and compliance policies. Identify new opportunities and partners, propose solutions and follow them through. Meet people at all levels as required to develop business – travelling to see them on a regular basis. Make regular visits to the distributors and visit customers with them. Prepare, submit and follow up quotations. Maintain customer records - CRM / SFDC Host seminars and training at customer premises and remotely Develop locally focused marketing material – with support from UK & Ireland Regional Country Manager Your Journey with Us:We always aim to provide a fair and valuable recruitment process for everyone. If selected, you will follow these next stages: Initial call with our recruitment team Up to 3 interviews with the Hiring Team Compensation & Benefits:Individuals may also be eligible for a sales incentive plan based on both individual and company performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees. What You Will Gain:We are committed to offering competitive benefits programs for all of our employees, and enhancing our programs when necessary: Competitive salary Working with a highly talented team Friendly working atmosphere Flexible working hours Development opportunities Apply Today:Join a global leader in fire detection and safety and help shape the future of the UK&I market.