Average Sales Manager salary in Leicestershire

Location: Grantham (Alma Park Industrial Estate)Package: Basic Salary up to £32,000 (dependant on experience) plus bonus/commission & other excellent PLC company benefits Sector: Packaging manufacturingHours: 40 hours per week, to be worked Monday–Friday, between 8am–5:00pm Protecting what matters, together At Macfarlane Packaging, we are dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. Our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability, and continual improvement creates a collaborative and supportive workplace where you can build a rewarding career. With over 75 years of history, we combine long-term stability with a strong growth mindset. Our fast-paced, results-driven environment will challenge and stretch you, while providing genuine opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague plays a part in our success, creating a real sense of ownership and achievement. We offer competitive pay, personalised incentives, and flexible benefits, alongside a culture that supports work-life balance. If you bring energy, teamwork, and a customer-first mindset, you will thrive here.The Internal Sales Coordinator Role As an Internal Sales Coordinator within our design & manufacturing operation, you will play a central role in connecting our customers with our production, procurement, and logistics teams. This is a fast-paced, office-based position where you will manage customer enquiries, process orders, and support sales activity across a portfolio of accounts. You will work closely with both internal teams and external sales colleagues to ensure customer requirements are met, opportunities are maximised, and service levels remain consistently high. Alongside managing inbound activity, you will also take a proactive approach to outbound engagement - identifying opportunities to grow customer spend, introduce new solutions, and support new business development.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and develop a portfolio of existing customer accounts, ensuring strong relationships and ongoing growthHandle inbound customer enquiries, providing advice, quotations, and tailored packaging solutionsProcess sales orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring customer delivery expectations are metProactively identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products across the portfolioUndertake outbound calls and follow-ups to generate new business opportunities and develop existing accountsSupport external sales colleagues with account management and customer engagement activitiesUse CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics) to track enquiries, quotations, and sales activityLiaise closely with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure smooth order fulfilmentMaintain high standards of customer service, resolving queries and issues promptly What You Will Bring Essential: Experience in an internal sales, sales support, or customer service role within a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills with a confident and professional telephone mannerProven ability to build relationships and engage customers effectivelyGood administrative and organisational skills with strong attention to detailCommercial awareness with a proactive and target-driven mindsetIT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and CRM systemsAbility to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure Desirable: Please note, this position is wholly office based and due to the location of our Grantham site, own transport is preferred.Experience within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environmentExposure to outbound sales or proactive account developmentFamiliarity with Microsoft Dynamics or similar CRM systemsUnderstanding of packaging products or bespoke manufacturing solutions What You Will Get We provide a competitive salary alongside a range of rewarding bonus and incentive schemes. Our flexible benefits package includes: 23 days annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidaysContributory pension schemeFree parking at most locationsEmployee assistance programmeOngoing training, development, and progression opportunitiesEmployee discounts across major retailers and leisure brandsHealthcare and dental options (role dependent)Enhanced family-friendly policiesLong service awardsCharitable giving initiativesEye care support for DSE usersEE mobile discount scheme Your Future With Us At Macfarlane Packaging, we actively support career development and internal progression. This role offers a clear pathway into more senior internal sales, field sales, or specialist commercial roles. Through a combination of structured training, mentoring, and access to external development programmes, you will be supported to grow your skills and progress your career within a successful and expanding business.How to Apply/Next Steps We are working quickly to identify the best candidates and aim to hold interviews as soon as possible. Please click ‘apply’ to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you have not heard from us within 2-3 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly. No recruitment agencies please

National Sales ManagerGenuine career opportunity, high growth business, great earning potential. Are you a National Sales Manager wanting to join a business who aren't looking to sit still in a tough market? Have you dealt with Builders Merchants/Contractors/Builders?Do you have a proven track record in growing, developing teams, increasing sales and margin?Do you want to join a business who know where they want to get to and how to get there? If so, read on.A few years ago we made some key hires in our leadership team, taking the best from some of the biggest players in the market, following this we've put in the hard yards, grown sales and volume and really outperformed the market, the team have made a huge impact and laid real foundations over the last few years for more sustainable growth and the next phase. This is where you come in..To take us to the next level we need you to come in and take over the day to day, slowly grow the team with the right people (currently a team of 9) and continue to grow the business while we take care of the bigger picture. We have a clear vision and strategy and you'll gradually gain more influence and have more input over the coming years.This is a hands on role, you'll need to be happy to roll your sleeves up, join the team in the field with customer visits, supporting with their needs, plugging any gaps in their skill sets and motivating them whilst being the conduit between management and the team.The real USP of this role is the companies growth in which you will be rewarded equally. There are a handful of people in the business who can show they've achieved progression and have been rewarded heavily for their efforts, the successful candidate will be able to look back in 3 years and say the same.If the above is enough to pique your interest and you want to know more, click apply, email Adam or Natalie at Stirling Warrington and we'll be in touch after the half term.INDOTH

Sales Manager – Automotive SectorHybrid WorkingWe’re looking for a driven and commercially minded Sales Managerto join our client’s dynamic sales team within the automotive sector. This is a customer-facing role focused on managing key OEM relationships, delivering strong commercial performance, and supporting new business development.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and develop relationships with OEM customersTake ownership of customer performance, service levels, and outcomesSupport sales strategy through market analysis and reportingLead CRM processes, ensuring accurate data and regular updatesCollaborate with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain) to meet customer requirementsHandle customer negotiations, quotations, and commercial discussionsMonitor customer satisfaction and resolve issues effectivelySupport audits, compliance updates, and product changesAttend customer meetings and contribute to business growth initiativesAbout YouDegree-educated (business-related preferred)Experience in a customer-facing sales role within a commercial environmentBackground in automotiveStrong analytical and financial understanding (P&L, margins, etc.)Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skillsFull UK driving licence and willingness to travelThis role would suit someone who thrives under pressure, builds strong relationships and can think on their feet in a fast-paced environment. So, if you have the skills and knowledge required for this busy and varied role, then please apply now. However, if you do not hear back within 48hrs, kindly assume that you have been unsuccessful. (agy)