Regional Sales Manager

Green & Brown Ltd; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of window coverings in the UK is seeking a National Sales Manager. You will manage relationships with existing accounts and seek new business development opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in the blinds industry and excellent communication skills. This role involves nationwide travel, with a competitive salary up to £45,000 plus commission, and a company car provided.

Benefits

Company car

Company events

Company pension

Flexitime

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience within the blinds industry in a similar sales-related role.
• Experience of window coverings wholesale is preferable.
• Proven self-starter who works on own initiative while being a team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships across a portfolio of existing accounts.
• Seek and convert new business development opportunities.
• Support the development and delivery of go-to-market sales plans.

Skills

Experience in the blinds industry

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Ability to identify business opportunities

Social media engagement

Job description

Green & Brown is one of the largest independent manufacturers of made‑to‑measure window coverings in the UK. Located in the heart of Yorkshire, we pride ourselves on manufacturing over 40,000 window coverings each month, including wooden venetian blinds, roman blinds, roller blinds, vertical blinds, day & night blinds, perfect fit blinds, shutters, curtains and more.

Background

G&B already has more than 3,000 trade accounts nationwide. Following significant investment across the product range, factory, samples and marketing, the trade business is geared for an exciting new chapter. As a National Sales Manager you will represent G&B, delivering a best‑in‑class service that drives growth through existing and new accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Manage relationships across a portfolio of existing accounts, establishing trust and maximizing G&B’s share of those accounts’ window‑covering spend.
• Seek and convert new business development opportunities, establishing effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Qualify sales opportunities through existing and potential new accounts, tailoring the approach and prioritizing activities.
• Maintain and manage your diary for maximum effectiveness, sharing with line management.
• Maximise revenue and profit margins from all customer interactions.
• Utilise the company management information systems, including the CRM database and other MI.
• Promote multiple product categories to new and existing customers to enhance cross‑category sales.
• Develop business within new markets where possible.
• Maximise distribution, revenue and return on investment from all available sampling.
• Support the development and delivery of go‑to‑market sales plans for products and services.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations for new product development (NPD) opportunities and priorities.
• Support the shaping and development of the commercial strategy, including business planning and budgeting.
• Identify, deliver and manage suitable commercial JV partnership opportunities.
• Attend events and shows where G&B exhibits.
• Deliver structured customer feedback and insight to the business regarding trends, product, quality and service.
• Be a strong and positive brand ambassador for the company.
• Support both line management and the wider business leadership team.
• Lead by example, supporting the development of the wider trade team.
• Hold weekly 1:1s with line management and produce weekly and monthly reports as necessary.

Person Specification

• 3–5 years’ experience within the blinds industry in a similar sales‑related role.
• Experience of window coverings wholesale is preferable.
• Experience specific to soft fabrics/textiles is desirable.
• Experience dealing with larger commercial customers and tenders is desirable.
• Experience and engagement on social media platforms is desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proven self‑starter who works on own initiative while being a team player.
• Positive, proactive and professional ‘can‑do’ attitude.
• Ability to identify potential opportunities, scope solutions and share recommendations with line management and leadership.
• Ambition to progress further over time in a growing company.

Package

• Basic salary: £40,000–£45,000 (subject to candidate/location).
• Commission/bonus: up to 20% of salary paid monthly.
• Location: nationwide UK; minimum 3 days per week on the road, approx. 2 days per month in office, 5 days per month working from home or office (first two weeks induction based in office).
• Probation: 6 months with monthly check‑in and formal review at 3 months.
• Expenses: Company car with fuel for work travel covered, accommodation and food allowance when necessary.

Benefits

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On‑site parking

To find out more, get in touch! hr@green‑brown.co.uk