Senior Sales Manager

Ref: AS8960141

London, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• Industrial Packaging Sales
• Commercial Growth Strategy
• Key Account Development

About the candidate

A commercially focused sales leader with over a decade of experience across industrial paper, packaging and manufacturing markets. They bring a strong mix of strategic thinking, hands-on account development and team leadership, with a track record of growing customer partnerships and opening up new market opportunities.

Currently seeking a permanent opportunity and available to start in two weeks, they would suit a business looking for a confident, relationship-led sales professional who can shape sales strategy, lead teams and deliver measurable growth.

What makes them great?

• Proven Growth Delivery: Helped increase market share by around 30% through targeted sales initiatives, stronger customer engagement and clear commercial planning.
• Revenue Improvement: Supported the launch of new product lines that contributed to around a 20% uplift in sales revenue within a competitive packaging environment.
• Strong Relationship Builder: Known for building trust with key stakeholders, negotiating effectively and positioning businesses as valued long-term partners.

Areas of expertise

• Commercial Sales Leadership: Experienced in leading national sales activity, managing sales and account teams, and aligning sales plans with wider business goals.
• Key Account Growth: Strong background in managing industrial and manufacturing accounts, improving retention and developing long-term customer partnerships.
• Market Development: Skilled in analysing market trends, identifying new opportunities and supporting expansion across competitive UK and European markets.