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Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position ofRegional Sales Manager
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager (Education)
Location: The North of England covering from Shrewsbury to Lancashire including the Midlands, Yorkshire, and Lincolnshire.
The Company
Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative furniture and equipment solutions for the education, hospitality, and events sectors. With a reputation for quality, durability, and customer service, they provide products that enable their clients to create flexible, efficient, and inspiring spaces.
Position Overview:
They are looking for a motivated and driven Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to join their team, focusing on the education sector in the North and North 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:
Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to grow the market share in the education sector across the North and North Wales region
Identify and engage with key decision-makers, including facilities managers, procurement officers, and school administrators, to promote the range of education-focused products
Showcase and sell innovative products, such as mobile folding tables, portable stages, storage solutions, and dining furniture
Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline through networking, cold calling, attending educational conferences, and leveraging existing relationships
Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of market trends, competitor activities, and industry changes
Collaborate closely with the internal sales, marketing, and product development teams to deliver exceptional service and meet customer needs
Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals tailored to the specific needs of educational institutions
Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure satisfaction, resolve any issues, and explore new business opportunities
Prepare detailed sales reports, forecasts, and territory plans to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement
Requirements:
Proven experience in a sales role, ideally within the education sector or selling to educational institutions
Strong network of contacts within the North and North Wales education community is highly desirable.
Demonstrable success in meeting and exceeding sales targets
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the education sector
Self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing a diverse client base across a wide geographic area
Willingness to travel frequently within the Southwest and Wales territory, with occasional travel to other regions
Valid UK driving license
The Package
The package will be negotiable dependent on the background and experience of the candidate, however, will consist of the following.
- Competitive basic salary - £35k - £40k
- Car allowance, laptop and mobile phone
- Open ended commission scheme from Pound one, paid monthly giving excellent OTE potential for those who deliver
- Company pension scheme
- Plus usual benefits and business tools
- Opportunity to work with a market-leading company known for innovation and quality in the education sector
- Comprehensive training and continuous professional development
- Supportive team environment and a strong culture of collaboration
The position reports directly to the UK Sales Manager and is available for immediate start for the successful candidate. Interview process is first interview, second interview for shortlisted candidates held at our Kent head office.
