Jobs in London - Area Sales Manager • North London

Company: Sharps Fitted Furniture

North London

Sharps Furniture Group comprises of the Sharps, Fittingly and Clever Closet brands. Sharps is the market leader and offers a fully bespoke service from start to finish. Fittingly is a challenger brand where the majority of product is supply only with customers choosing to install themselves or work with their preferred tradesperson. Fittingly also has an expanding trade division. Clever Closet offers intelligent storage solutions for awkward spaces, primarily understairs.Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager (RSM) in one of our 5 regions, the Area Sales Manager will be a dynamic, sales focused manager who will support the RSM in leading and inspiring a team of field-based, self-employed sales consultants in our industry leading business to customer fitted furniture businesses. You’ll play a key role in developing, managing and motivating performance amongst your team of sales consultantsThese leadership roles demand individuals who can manage cross-functional teams, implement strategic initiatives, and deliver high-quality sales results in a dynamic and fast paced environment.Manages designer headcount, working with the RSM, National Recruitment Manager and Sales Training Manager to onboard and develop the best people.Key Responsibilities· Team leadership and Management· Sales and Performance Management· Customer Experience· Communicates effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and the executive.Skills / experience:Proven experience in a field-based sales management roleBackground in direct or B2C sales – ideally within furniture, interiors or premium consumer goodsStrong coaching and leadership skills with a hands-on and motivational styleFull UK driving licence and willingness for regular travel across a broad territoryKey behaviours and attributes:· A track record of excellent leadership skills, with the ability to flex his/her leadership style to given situations.· Resilience – the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure· Self-driven and results orientated.· Good communication skills, using the correct medium for both message and audience, at all levels in the business.· Strong analytical skills.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:Company carLife insuranceStore discount