Sales Manager

We are recruiting a Sales Manager on behalf of a market leading provider of outdoor play areas who work closely with the large house building companies to design and install play areas linked to new build housing developments. 2026 will be a year of continued growth for them and to meet the demands for this they are looking to expand their Customer Care Sales Team who sell public open space inspection and maintenance services to the Top 10 house building companies.

On offer is a salary of up to £50,000 a year, a generous bonus scheme that pays £3,000 per quarter if targets are hit plus an open ended commission scheme that pays 1.75% on all new orders to target and 2.5% for all new orders above target, which gives an OTE guide of up to £70,000 per year plus a Hybrid Audi, 23 Days Holiday per year that increases by 1 day a year to a maximum of 28 days after five years, enrolment into the company pension scheme where the company and employee each pay 4%, an Employee Assistance Programme, On Site Gym, Fitness Classes and Regular Staff Activities.

As the Post Completion Sales Manager, you will be playing a key role in selling regional group deals of public open space inspection and maintenance services to the Top 10 PLCs within the new house build sector. As such this role will require targeting senior house builder decision makers within a set geographical area, developing strong relationships and ensuring their services meet both client needs and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and targeting senior decision makers within the 10 Top PLC House Builders.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders including Regional Directors, Technical Directors, Project Managers and Adoptions Managers.
• Selling comprehensive inspection and maintenance service packages tailored to each client’s specific needs, ensuring they are compliant with current safety standards and regulations.
• Presenting and demonstrating the values of their services, highlighting how they mitigate risk and liability for housebuilders.
• Developing and implementing strategic sales plans to achieve regional sales targets and expand market share.
• Working closely with internal teams to ensure the successful delivery of services and client satisfaction.
• Monitoring industry trends, regulatory changes and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and adapt sales strategies accordingly.
• Preparing and delivering compelling proposals, presentations and sales reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Attending industry events, conferences and networking opportunities to promote their services and to build industry connections.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of sales, business development or consultancy from within the construction, public space or safety inspection sectors (this includes landscaping, play and grounds maintenance).
• A strong understanding of public open space safety standards, regulations and maintenance requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with senior decision makers.
• To be a strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement effective sales plans.
• To be self‑motivated, results driven and capable of working independently.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• To be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
• A driving licence and be willing to travel regionally for 2 – 4 days per week.

Benefits

• A salary of between £40,000 and £50,000 per year (negotiable based on experience)
• The opportunity to earn £12,000 per year in bonus for hitting set targets (paid quarterly).
• An open ended commission scheme that rewards new orders by paying 1.75% of value on all new orders to target and then 2.5% on all new orders above target.
• A company car which is currently a hybrid Audi.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (holidays increase by 1 day a year up to a maximum of 28 days after 5 years service).
• A Peoples Pension Stakeholder Pension Scheme into which the company and you pay 4% with the option to opt out.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• The use of a fully equipped onsite gym with shower facility and a ladies only evening Clubbercise class.
• Regular staff activities that include company meetings, social events, 1:1 meetings to recognise achievements and address concerns, an open door policy with all senior managers, anonymous yearly surveys, professional development, team building events, free refreshments, well equipped kitchen and comfortable rest area.

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