Regional Sales Manager

Office Angels; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Regional Sales Manager - Education Sector

Location: Yorkshire / The North

Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum + Bonus OTE of £12,500+ and £500/month car allowance

Job Type: Hybrid (Work from Home and Field-Based)

About the Role: Our client is seeking a motivated and driven Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to join their team, focusing on the education sector in the South West and Wales territory. This is a fantastic opportunity for a sales professional who is passionate about education and has experience building relationships with schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to grow market share in the education sector across the South West and Wales region.
2. Identify and engage with key decision-makers, including facilities managers, procurement officers, and school administrators, to promote a range of education-focused products.
3. Showcase and sell innovative products.
4. Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline through networking, cold calling, attending educational conferences, and leveraging existing relationships.
5. Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of market trends, competitor activities, and industry changes.
6. Collaborate closely with internal sales, marketing, and product development teams to deliver exceptional service and meet customer needs.
7. Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals tailored to the specific needs of educational institutions.
8. Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure satisfaction, resolve any issues, and explore new business opportunities.
9. Prepare detailed sales reports, forecasts, and territory plans to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience in a sales role, ideally within the education sector or selling to educational institutions.
2. Strong network of contacts within the South West and Wales education community is highly desirable.
3. Demonstrable success in meeting and exceeding sales targets.
4. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
5. Self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing a diverse client base across a wide geographic area.
6. Willingness to travel frequently within Yorkshire / the North, with occasional travel to other regions.
7. Valid UK driving license.

What Our Client Offers:

1. Competitive salary with an attractive commission structure.
2. Car allowance, laptop, and mobile phone.
3. Opportunity to work with a market-leading company known for innovation and quality in the education sector.
4. Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
5. Supportive team environment and a strong culture of collaboration.

If you are a dynamic sales professional with a passion for education and a track record of success, our client would love to hear from you. Apply now to join their team and make a difference in the education sector!