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Sales Development Manager

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Coventry, +2

Requirements

  • Qualifications:
  • At least 5 years commercial retail experience
  • Strong People Management Skills
  • General Employment Law Knowledge
  • Good Commercial Awareness & Business Acumen
  • IT Skills - Excel Intermediate
  • Works well under pressure and to deadlines
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Strong Problem Solving / Analytical Skills
  • Good attention to detail
  • Good Planning & Organisation skills
  • Strong Negotiation and Influencing skills
  • Ability to motivate and lead a team

Responsibilities

  • Retail Sales
  • - To discuss retail sales targets for each store with the Account Managers and monitor and analyse weekly / monthly / quarterly retail sales to ensure actual in line with forecasts.
  • - Analyse new product sales ensuring all opportunities are being maximised.
  • - Analyse and assess productivity ensuring that all teams are using Training practises.
  • Training and Development
  • - Identify and meet training needs on the area liaising with Regional Sales Manager and Training Manager where needed for additional training support.
  • - Increase Area performance by continually coaching and developing the team of Account Managers and Beauty Consultants.
  • - Ensure all team have regular Store Visit forms completed with measurable objectives.
  • Network
  • - To build and retain good relationships with our Retailing Partners ensuring that we are all working towards shared goals and best practice, and that we maximise their support in the field.
  • New Store Openings
  • - Liaise with Marketing to ensure that all new stores are supported.
  • - Discuss FTE for every new store with Regional Sales Manager and recruit the positions in good time.
  • - Meet with all New Store Management with the Regional Sales Manager prior to opening to present the brand, philosophy etc.
  • - Ensure that the New Store Opening Check list is used, when opening new accounts and the critical path is adhered to, with particular emphasis on recruitment.
  • Communication
  • - Hold quarterly meetings with Account Managers to ensure that all new processes are implemented and best practice is being followed.
  • - Speak daily to Regional Sales Manager gaining guidance and coaching on dealing with business issues and reflecting on the day’s achievements.
  • - Liaise with wider Field team and Head Office, ensuring that people are kept informed of what they need to know.
  • Budget
  • - To ensure that all retail expenditure is in line with budget.
  • Responsible for: Approx. 15 Stores

FAQs

What is the primary location for the Sales Development Manager position?

The primary location for this position is the Midlands Region, covering approximately 15 stores including areas like Chesterfield, Coventry, Derby, Leamington Spa, Solihull, Tamworth, and Birmingham.

What is the minimum required experience for this role?

Candidates must have at least 5 years of commercial retail experience.

What are the main responsibilities of a Sales Development Manager?

The main responsibilities include maximizing sales opportunities, developing and coaching Account Managers and Beauty Consultants, overseeing training and development, managing new store openings, and maintaining communication with the Regional Sales Manager and wider field team.

What kind of skills are required for this position?

Required skills include strong people management abilities, good commercial awareness, excellent communication and organizational skills, problem-solving and analytical skills, attention to detail, and negotiation and influencing skills.

Will the Sales Development Manager handle recruitment?

Yes, part of the responsibilities includes recruiting positions for new store openings and identifying training needs within the area.

Is training a component of this role?

Yes, the Sales Development Manager will be responsible for coaching, developing the team, and ensuring that training needs are met.

How often will the Sales Development Manager communicate with the Regional Sales Manager?

The Sales Development Manager will speak daily with the Regional Sales Manager for guidance and reflection on business issues and achievements.

What is the company culture at Benefit Cosmetics?

Benefit Cosmetics promotes a fun, innovative, and lively culture that emphasizes laughter and teamwork to create a beautiful experience.

Are there budget responsibilities for this position?

Yes, the Sales Development Manager is responsible for ensuring that all retail expenditure is in line with the budget.

Is previous experience in training and development important for this role?

Yes, experience in training and development is important as the role involves continuously coaching and developing the team of Account Managers and Beauty Consultants.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Benefit Cosmetics, the indie beauty brand-turned-prestige powerhouse under leading luxury products group Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy. Benefit was founded in 1976 by twins Jean & Jane Ford in San Francisco, and we have been making our own rules, shaking up the status quo, and serving up inventive beauty solutions with a side of laughter & fun ever since. Today, we are in 59 countries with more than 3,000 BrowBars & 5,000 trained beauty service experts worldwide.

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