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Head of Sales

  • Location: Manchester
  • Salary: £75,000 per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted over 3 years ago

  • Sector: Customer Contact
  • Contact: Natasha Copitch
  • Contact Email: ncoptitch@merje.com
  • Expiry Date: 05 November 2020
  • Job Ref: NC/16815

Job Description: 

Must have financial and payments background!!!

My client is looking for a Head of Sales to have responsibility for the sales activity of the Group. To develop and perform agreed sales strategies to a successful conclusion.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and motivate the teams to exceed results
  • Setting activity and revenue targets for members of the sales team.
  • Continual training and development of all members of the sales department.
  • Attending key meetings with members of the sales team.
  • Working on account management plans supported by of Service and Operations teams
  • Identifying key areas for improvement in the sales process.
  • Spotting market opportunities for new customers.
  • Attending monthly meetings with other senior members of the business.
  • All aspects of recruitment and selection for the sales department.
  • Attending industry events and conferences to generate new business leads.
  • Acting as a spokesperson for the organisation at sales events and conferences.
  • Networking in order to generate new business for the company.
  • Monthly reporting on sales performance against budget and reporting on variances.
  • Suggest improvements and developments where needed and spot opportunities when they arise.
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  • Evaluate performance using SMART techniques
  • Positively represent the company at all times
  • Develop relevant key performance indicators. Monitor, report on and improve.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Passion for growth and openness to change
  • Ability to use data and analysis to create meaningful dialogue with clients
  • Outstanding organisational and leadership abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • A problem solver. The ability to make logical decisions in a diverse and complex environment using technology derived information.
  • Ability to inspire sales teams