National Sales Manager

National Sales Manager - Curtains & Graphics Division Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday
Hunters 4 Staff are recruiting for an experienced National Sales Manager to join a leading manufacturer of lorry trailers and vehicle bodies. Based at the company's head office in Stoke-on-Trent, this is a key leadership role within the Curtains and Graphics division.
We are looking for a commercially driven sales professional with proven industry experience who can lead a team, develop new business opportunities, and drive sustainable sales growth across the UK.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the sales team to achieve business objectives and revenue targets.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, identifying and converting new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, suppliers and industry contacts.
• Create and implement sales strategies to grow market share within the curtains and graphics sector.
• Monitor sales performance, forecasts and KPIs, providing regular reporting to senior management.
• Work closely with operational and production teams to ensure customer requirements are delivered effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a National Sales Manager or senior sales leadership role.
• Previous experience within the lorry trailer, commercial vehicle body, transport equipment or a closely related industry.
• Demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing sales teams.
• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and commercial awareness.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within an established manufacturing business

This role may suit candidates commuting from Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Crewe, Burton upon Trent, Derby or Cannock, or those with experience as a Sales Director, Business Development Manager, Commercial Manager, Regional Sales Manager or Head of Sales.
If you're an ambitious sales leader looking for your next challenge with a respected manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of the Hunters 4 Staff team will be in touch.
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