At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team of sales consultants in the furniture industry.
- Company: Join Sharps Furniture Group, a market leader in bespoke furniture solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy a company car, life insurance, and exclusive store discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving sales and enhancing customer experiences.
- Qualifications: Proven sales management experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Sharps Furniture Group comprises of the Sharps, Fittingly and Clever Closet brands. Sharps is the market leader and offers a fully bespoke service from start to finish. Fittingly is a challenger brand where the majority of product is supply only with customers choosing to install themselves or work with their preferred tradesperson. Fittingly also has an expanding trade division. Clever Closet offers intelligent storage solutions for awkward spaces, primarily understairs.
Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager (RSM) in one of our 5 regions, the Area Sales Manager will be a dynamic, sales focused manager who will support the RSM in leading and inspiring a team of field-based, self-employed sales consultants in our industry leading business to customer fitted furniture businesses. You’ll play a key role in developing, managing and motivating performance amongst your team of sales consultants. These leadership roles demand individuals who can manage cross-functional teams, implement strategic initiatives, and deliver high-quality sales results in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
Manages designer headcount, working with the RSM, National Recruitment Manager and Sales Training Manager to onboard and develop the best people.
Key Responsibilities
- Team leadership and Management
- Sales and Performance Management
- Customer Experience
- Communicates effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and the executive.
Skills / experience:
- Proven experience in a field-based sales management role
- Background in direct or B2C sales – ideally within furniture, interiors or premium consumer goods
- Strong coaching and leadership skills with a hands-on and motivational style
- Full UK driving licence and willingness for regular travel across a broad territory
Key behaviours and attributes:
- A track record of excellent leadership skills, with the ability to flex his/her leadership style to given situations.
- Resilience – the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Self-driven and results orientated.
- Good communication skills, using the correct medium for both message and audience, at all levels in the business.
- Strong analytical skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: Company car, Life insurance, Store discount
Area Sales Manager in London employer: Sharps Fitted Furniture
At Sharps Fitted Furniture, we pride ourselves on being the UK's leading fitted furniture company, offering our sales consultants not just a competitive OTE of £50,000 - £100,000, but also a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and personal growth. Our self-employed sales professionals enjoy the flexibility of working within customer homes, allowing for meaningful interactions and the satisfaction of bringing dream designs to life, all while benefiting from comprehensive training and support to enhance their skills and career trajectory.
