Sales and Marketing Manager

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take ownership of the entire commercial function. You will set direction, implement structure, and ensure that sales activity converts into measurable, sustainable growth.

You will be responsible for driving performance across both new business and key accounts, instilling strong pipeline discipline, forecasting accuracy, and clear KPI ownership across the team.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop internal and external sales teams
• Drive pipeline generation, qualification, and conversion performance
• Implement clear KPIs and performance accountability
• Oversee forecasting accuracy and CRM discipline
• Develop and execute a focused sales strategy aligned to growth targets
• Identify and open new market opportunities
• Strengthen key account management and customer retention
• Work cross-functionally with operations and finance to ensure delivery alignment
• Oversee marketing activity to support lead generation and brand positioning

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience managing and motivating sales teams
• Strong track record of driving pipeline growth and revenue performance
• Comfortable implementing structure, process, and forecasting discipline
• Commercially astute with experience in manufacturing (plastics experience advantageous)
• Hands-on leader who leads from the front
• Data-driven and confident using CRM systems
• Strategic thinker who delivers operationally

This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on accountability, leadership, and delivering commercial results. If you are a sales-led commercial leader ready to take ownership of growth in a forward-thinking manufacturing business, we d like to hear from you.