Sales Manager Location: Ashton-in-Makerfield (Hybrid) Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Sales Manager Opportunity Our client is an established manufacturing business looking to appoint an experienced Sales Manager to support the delivery of its commercial growth strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to combine strategic account management with team leadership in a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation. The Role Reporting to the Sales Director, you will: Manage a portfolio of strategic customer accounts. Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities to achieve ambitious growth targets. Lead, coach and develop a team of Sales Account Managers, driving individual and team performance. Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline, delivering accurate forecasting and commercial reporting. Build long-term customer relationships through a consultative sales approach. Work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver tailored customer solutions. Travel throughout the UK, with occasional overseas travel as required. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within manufacturing, food ingredients or a related sector. Previous experience leading, coaching or developing a sales team, or the capability to step into a first-line management role. A strong track record in new business development, account management and revenue growth. Exc