• SFR RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS

Month: June 2025

Vacancies

Head of Sales SFR469

Jun 24, 2025 , , , by sfrrecruitment

Head of Sales UK (preferably northern based)

Two days office / Three days in the field.

 

Company Overview:

We are seeking candidates for a position at a well-established company that specializes in glass solutions. This company has a rich history dating back a 100 years and operates globally with a workforce of over 360 employees in multiple locations. Initially focused on glass and glazing tools, they have expanded to become a key supplier of architectural glass hardware and fittings. The company values tradition, innovation, and quality.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager as Head of Sales to lead all sales and marketing activities in the UK. You will carry overall responsibility for a team of 12 members, including field sales, inside sales, and business development, while actively fostering relationships with key stakeholders and maintaining the businesses competitive edge in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales Leadership:
  • Develop and implement strategic and operational plans to drive sales, turnover, and profit growth in the UK. Special focus on the development of new business outside existing customer base.
  • Lead, support, and inspire the inside sales team and the field sales team to achieve ambitious targets.
  • Forecast and monitor sales performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Customer and Project Management:
  • Manage and grow relationships with key accounts, architects, interior designers, and contractor customer bases while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee and convert new and existing projects and quotes within the company’s quote bank, achieving measurable growth opportunities.
  • Market and Product Expertise:
  • Develop a deep understanding of glass architectural hardware products and their technical applications and promote their value effectively.
  • Stay informed on market trends, competitor strategies, and customer needs to provide strategic insights and gain market share.
  • Operational Oversight:
  • Ensure efficient use of resources to meet corporate objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues at Group and other subsidiaries to leverage international synergies.

Your Profile:

  • A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in sales; preferably with technical products in construction and architectural related industries like glass or architectural ironmongery or hardware.
  • Proven leadership skills experience in a senior sales leadership role with at least 5+ years in sales within a B2B environment.
  • Strong understanding of sales processes, market trends, and customer needs.
  • Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance at both an individual and organisational level.
  • Strategic, entrepreneurial, and analytical thinking to make data-driven decisions.

On Offer:

  • A dynamic, international work environment within an innovative, mid-sized company built on tradition and quality.
  • A flat hierarchy and a friendly, collegial atmosphere that values mutual respect and support.
  • Attractive compensation based on your skills and experience, including a fully serviced company car, laptop, and phone.
  • Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and career development.

 

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

Vacancies

Contracts Coordinator – SFR468

Jun 17, 2025 , by sfrrecruitment

Contracts Coordinator

 

Summary

We are searching for a Contract Coordinator to join our clients busy Birmingham Office. This role is available due to growth and continued success.

As a Team Member, you will be tasked with working alongside the Senior Contracts Manager and ensuring all Project demands from our customers are dealt with professionally and to the high level of service this business demands. The role must ensure the expectations we provide are met, and during this process, close relationships are to be forged with our Sales Team, Purchasing, and Estimation.

Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

 

Responsibilities

  • Working with the Senior Contracts Manager to ensure all Projects are run efficiently.
  • Assisting with the day-to-day of Project Management
  • Developing new and existing relationships with Contractors and Customers.
  • Ensuring Projects are delivered on time as expected.
  • Work Closely with Purchasing, Sales and Estimating.
  • Regular Communication with project teams/sites.

 

Competences Required

  • IT Skills – computer literate
  • Good product knowledge and understanding of hardware.
  • Self-motivation: can work under their management.
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills and Telephone Manner.
  • A keen team player.
  • GAI is desirable, however, not essential, as training will be given.
  • An interest and understanding of Environmental Issues.
  • Organised and self-motivated.
  • Able to multitask and work under pressure and to customer deadlines.

 

Package:

  • Good Basic Salary
  • Generous Bonus OTE
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Full in-house Training programme provided.
  • Expenses Paid.

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window & Door Hardware

 

 

 

Vacancies

Specification Sales Consultant – SFR467

Jun 17, 2025 , by sfrrecruitment

Specification Sales Consultant – London / Southeast

 

We are seeking a proactive and consultative specification sales expert to spearhead engagement with architects and designers while driving project-based sales throughout Southern England. In this role, you will be instrumental in implementing the specification strategy for the UK, nurturing key accounts, and developing enduring relationships with specifiers and designers.

 

This position is field-based and suits an individual who thrives on solution selling, engaging with clients, and shaping the commercial trajectory of a dynamic business.

 

Primary Responsibilities

– Develop, manage, and enhance project specifications through collaboration with architects, interior designers, and specifiers in Southern England, including London.

– Implement a structured specification sales approach aligned with the overall UK strategy.

– Conduct Continuous Professional Development (CPD) events, presentations, and networking sessions to elevate the brand’s profile among architects and designers.

– Oversee sample libraries, promotional materials, and product displays to ensure visibility with key accounts.

– Provide insights into market trends, specification developments, and customer needs to inform product development and marketing efforts.

– Maintain current records in the CRM system, manage the sales pipeline, and advance projects from initial brief to order completion.

– Work collaboratively with various internal departments, including sales, design, marketing, and customer service.

 

Required Experience and Industry Knowledge

– Demonstrated success in specification sales, preferably in soft furnishings, interior materials, textiles, or broader contract interiors.

– A robust network within the architectural and design community in London, coupled with a solid understanding of the project sales process.

– Strong business acumen with effective negotiation skills and a proven track record of closing complex sales.

– Experience collaborating with procurement departments, buying groups, or specification-driven purchasing organizations.

– Proficient in handling sample requests and marketing materials to enhance brand recognition.

 

Essential Skills and Attributes

– Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills in managing schedules and territories.

– Entrepreneurial spirit, ambitious, and resilient—capable of driving sustainable commercial growth.

– Consultative and credible when engaging with design professionals and commercial buyers.

– Outstanding communication, presentation, and persuasive abilities.

– Highly organized with strong CRM and sales pipeline management skills.

– Passionate about products and interiors, dedicated to developing customer-oriented solutions.

 

 

If you are interested in this position, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions for a complete job description and a confidential conversation.

 

Architectural Ironmongery | Internal & External Doors | Access Control | Window

SFR Recruitment Solutions