Packaging UK Sales Manager

FRENCH SELECTION (FS)Packaging UK Sales ManagerLocation: WolverhamptonSalary: circa £50,000 plus bonus plus carRef: 743UKTo apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 743UKWebsite: www.french-selection.co.uka leading packaging manufacturer serving a range of sectors such as FMCG, food and drinks, HORECA, Agriculture, Industrial manufacturing, Logistics, Medical. etc.Main duties:To cover existing key accounts and new business the UK region in addition to Ireland, the job could expand outside the UKThe role:- Identify and generate leads that are potential users packaging products.- Communicate and follow up with the factories for prices, testing and agreeing margins- Drive sales lead converting process into prospects and potential customers- Liaise and coordinate with the sales team to guarantee a continuous sales support- Coordinate with product managers of the factories for customers visits when required- Collect and process purchase orders, follow up with the customer services for updates- Visit customers frequently in person and maintain the follow up on potential customers- Analyse data related to the targeted products and recommend pricing strategy- Set sales forecast and annual budgets in coordination with the senior sales managers- Follow up on unmet sales forecast in coordination with the senior sales managers- Draft a marketing expansion plan and achieve the plan by number of forecasted prospects- Conduct competition studies, update, and analyse the competitors’ profiles, and offerings- Equip and assist the sales force with product knowledge and communication- Seek new ideas and remain updated on latest trends, technologies and processesThe candidate:- Fluent in English to business level (written and spoken)- Additional European languages such as French, Dutch, German, Spanish or Italian - Advantageous- Experience in the sales of flexible packaging products for the Food and catering, industrial, agricultural, and Hygiene sectors- Self-driven, have the self-initiative, and responsible for growing the sales of packaging products in the region responsible for.- Team player, dynamic, flexible, and adaptable to changes are key elements for success.- Happy to travel in UK and IRE on a weekly basis (50% time)The salary:circa £50,000 + Bonus + car