Regional Sales Manager

Contract: Full time permanent, working 37.5 hours per week, plus international travel for business.

Salary starting at £40,000 p.a. based on experience. Plus bonus scheme which is reviewed on an annual basis.

Are you a motivated and ambitious Sales manager that is willing to work as part of a team to develop sales and drive the business forward?

About Us

First Light Lamps Ltd is the UK leading manufacturer of flash lamps including capable of supporting the largest OEM or Distributor with the flexibility and personal approach you would normally expect from a smaller organisation.

We are committed to growing the business with the support of our teams and aligning our core values of accountability, teamwork and collaboration, quality and elevation.

The Role

This role will require overseas travel to your own accounts as well as supporting colleagues when required at exhibitions, to develop sales for your customers. As the newest member of our sales team, you will manage your own sales accounts as well as contribute to the development of the sales strategy across the business.

This is primarily an office-based role, however we are open to flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

In conjunction with the with the General manager and sales team, you will produce the Annual Sales Strategy in line with the start of each financial year which will include.

• Your regions and accounts, producing a 90-day quarterly sales activity plan including travel plans.
• Identify new opportunities for growth through new distributors and OEM customers within your defined region.
• Review individual (allocated) customers purchases and look for ways to grow sales and gross profit.
• On a monthly basis report back to the General manager on progress made against budget and Sales plan, including any remedial action to be taken.

What We’re Looking For:

 As Regional Sales Manager you should be enthusiastic, tenacious and resilient. It is key that you are good at building relationships and with exceptional communication skills. Being self-motivated is essential as you will be required to travel alone after 6-12 months after joining the business. Being commercially savvy is essential with a drive to learn the industry and seek out new opportunities.

An understanding of international markets and trade would be desirable along with having strong knowledge of the Photonics Industry although this is not essential.

What We Offer:

At First Light Lamps we offer a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for growth within your role and personal development. This role as Regional Sales Manager is a chance to make a real impact in a growing business.

Benefits

• Flexible working scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Annual bonus offered to all employees
• Group pension plan

 

Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to jobs@firstlightlamps.com.