Sales Manager

Sales Manager
What comes along with the Sales Manager role -
At Cooneen Group, we prioritise employee wellbeing and development. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:
* 35 days annual leave
* Private healthcare cash plan (including dependents)
* Early finish on Fridays
* Subsidised on-site canteen
* Complimentary fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and filtered water
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Royal London pension scheme
* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
* Employee social club
We are seeking a commercially driven Sales Manager to support the Business Development Director in leading the day-to-day operations of our sales function at our Fiovemiletwon Head Office. This is a pivotal role focused on driving pipeline performance, coordinating customer engagement, and delivering against annual sales and margin targets.
What is needed with for the Sales Manager role
Essential
* Experience in sales or business development within a manufacturing business.
* Proven track record of leading teams and achieving sales targets
* Strong capability in managing sales pipelines, reporting, and structured processes
* Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills
Desirable
* Experience in textiles, garments, workwear, or related industries
* Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline management tools
* Experience supporting Business Development or Sales functions
* Exposure to European or multi-country markets
Key Responsibilities of the Sales Manager
* Support the Business Development Director in the day-to-day management of the sales function
* Lead and coordinate a team of 5 sales professionals, including remote members
* Own and manage the sales pipeline, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and progression
* Drive accountability to meet sales targets and maintain strong CRM discipline
* Identify and address risks or stalled opportunities
* Ensure consistent customer engagement throughout the sales process
* Act as the key link between Sales and internal teams (Technical, Production, Finance, etc.)
* Coordinate inputs for proposals, tenders, and submissions, ensuring timely delivery
* Monitor live opportunities and ensure follow-up actions are completed
* Support continuous improvement and effective ways of working
* Comply with company policies and complete other duties as required
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. A full specification is available on shortlisting.
About The Cooneen Group
Cooneen Group is one of the largest and most diversified garment manufacturers in Europe. We are a successful, stable group of companies operating across global clothing markets, delivering innovative design, excellent customer service, and strong, reliable supply chains. Each business unit focuses on providing high-quality garment solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.
The Cooneen Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting