An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Manager for UK and Ireland to join a dynamic and fast-paced specialist manufacturing business on a contract until October 2027. This is a senior Sales Manager role and my client is looking for someone who can hit the ground running. As the Sales Manager for UK and Ireland, your responsibility is to successfully drive sales, foster client relationships, and ensure the growth of our UK market presence. As this is an interim position, it is your responsibility to execute the sales plan and strategy in place. The position provides direct leadership of both the external and internal sales team. Job Description: As the Sales Manager you will oversee and manage the overall sales operations within the UK, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Implement the UK sales plan to drive results in achieving the sales targets. As the Sales Manager you will lead, mentor, and manage the UK sales team to achieve high performance, ensuring individual and team targets are met. As the Sales Manager you will build and maintain strong relationships with existing key customers, supporting the team with other opportunities for account growth and the development of new business. Provide accurate sales forecasts, performance reports and business updates to senior leadership. Regular reporting of the sales team as a whole and individuals. Identifying any underperforming areas that need review and action and re-align with the sales pla