Job Description

We are looking for an ambitious Sales Manager with sign industry experience to join our creative team at Signs Express (Dartford) and play a pivotal role as we look at our next phase of business growth.

As Sales Manager, our ideal candidate will create an ambitious sales strategy and help grow the business alongside the Centre Owner. You will proactively target local and national businesses within the territory and will be required to successfully create leads and build new client relationships.

Location: Signs Express (Dartford) Unit 3, Parker Knight Industrial Centre, 275-289 Watling Street, Dartford, DA2 6EP Salary: From 35,000 per year dependent on experience Working Hours: Full-time position, Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm Travel: A full, clean driving licence and own transport is essential for local travel

About Us:

As an established business, we are part of the UK and Ireland's leading signage and graphics network with an excellent reputation for bespoke solutions, delivered with excellent customer care.

About the Role:

Working across various industry sectors including professional services, construction, transportation, creative agencies and industrial, you will be an excellent communicator, managing the front end of the sales cycle and be a key face in the business. You will be expected to use all outbound sales channels to nurture existing business and drive new business opportunities.

Duties Include:

The ability to engage and build client relationships, generate leads and deliver sales targets. The ability to develop and deliver a strategic sales plan in line with business objectives to expand and grow the customer base. An understanding of the territory dynamics, customer base and client needs in the local and surrounding areas. The ability to interact in a professional and friendly manner with clients whilst striving to exceed their expectations. Be able to work with local and national businesses across various industry sectors to deliver bespoke, quality signage solutions with outstanding customer service. To engage with customers on a 1-2-1 basis when on-site for consultations, site surveys and project review meetings. Processing and issuing some quotes via our quotation system as well as supporting the sales process including quote follow-ups and routine customer contacts including requesting Google reviews. To support the Centre Owner in the day-to-day running of the business as required. A minimum two year's sales experience and experience within the signage industry is desirable. Be motivated with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities. Working knowledge of Clarity would be an advantage (but not essential). Flexibility to work outside of the core hours to meet project deadlines as and when required

Benefits:

You will have the use of our company vehicles, with uniform and PPE also being provided. 22 days holiday allowance (plus bank holiday's), increasing annually by one day to Christmas and New Year closure to allow time with friends and family. Team building and social events. Wider-company networking and training opportunities. Continued education and professional development through our online centralised Learning Management System. Volunteer days to support your chosen charities. Free on-site parking.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 22/08/2025