UK Direct Sales Manager
£55,000 + Bonus + Benefits (office based with visits to customers)
A leading UK manufacturer of specialist medical capital sales is seeking a UK Direct Sales Manager to lead a team of regional sales managers and drive growth across a diverse customer base. This hybrid role combines office collaboration with field‑based leadership, offering strong earning potential and career progression.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a team of regional sales managers, securing high‑value opportunities, and directly overseeing national accounts. This is a strategic, hands‑on role requiring both leadership and commercial acumen.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of regional sales managers across the UK
- Work with the team to secure high‑value opportunities and contracts
- Directly manage and develop national accounts, including private healthcare chains
- Develop and implement sales strategies in collaboration with marketing colleagues
- Identify and approach new opportunities and prospective customers
- Deliver presentations, product training and in‑person demonstrations
- Analyse data and produce clear, actionable reports
- Promote and maintain a strong, positive brand image
About You
- Proven experience in sales leadership, ideally B2B and/or healthcare sector
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Strategic thinker with problem‑solving ability and commercial awareness
- Confident working independently and using initiative
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Experience with CRM systems (knowledge of Sicon CRM advantageous)
- Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
Job Type & Salary
- Full‑time, 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 8.30am–5.00pm)
- Additional hours may be required for travel, trade shows, exhibitions or projects
- Overnight stays may be required
- £55,000 base salary plus performance bonus
- Electric vehicle included in package, with potential relocation support
- Reports directly to the Head of Sales & Marketing
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