Sales Manager
£55,000 - £100,000 OTE with commission
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager with proven experience in driving growth within the void energy sector. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in void energy services, broader energy industry solutions, or social housing, with a track record of delivering strong sales results.
This is a selling role as well as a management position.
The Sales Manager will be directly responsible for generating new business, managing key client relationships, and closing deals, while also shaping the wider sales strategy.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven track record in hands-on B2B sales, ideally within the energy sector.
• Specific experience in void energy management/services or selling energy-related solutions.
• Experience working with or selling into the social housing sector (housing associations, local authorities, contractors, etc.).
• Strong business development skills, with demonstrable success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Commercially astute with the ability to understand client needs and tailor solutions effectively.
• Self-motivated, driven, and able to work independently as well as within a team.

SKILLS

• Effective leadership of a small business sales team
• Prospecting & Lead Generation: Ability to find and qualify potential customers.
• Negotiation: Confidently handling pricing and contract discussions to close deals.
• Closing Techniques: Turning interested prospects into paying customers.
• Target-Driven Mindset: Working effectively under pressure to meet or exceed quotas.
• Networking: Building and leveraging professional relationships to generate leads and uncover new business opportunities.
• Customer Retention: Maintaining long-term relationships and repeat business.
• Verbal & Written Communication: Clear, persuasive, and professional interaction with clients and team members.
• Presentation Skills: Delivering compelling product demos or sales pitches.
• Confidence & Persuasiveness: Instilling belief in the product or service offered.
• CRM Software Proficiency: Familiarity with tools like HubSpot.
• Data Analysis: Understanding sales reports, forecasting, and performance metrics.
• Time Management: Prioritising tasks effectively to handle multiple accounts or leads.
• Market & Product Knowledge: Staying up to date on industry trends and product updates.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: £55,000.00-£100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wolverhampton, WV2 4A

• Take a hands-on approach to selling energy solutions into the social housing, local authority, and energy markets.
• Develop and execute a sales strategy to drive new business and increase market share in the energy and social housing sectors.
• Build, nurture, and maintain strong relationships with clients including housing associations, local authorities, energy providers, and contractors.
• Lead on sales for void energy services and other tailored energy solutions.
• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities, meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and pitching through to negotiation and closing deals.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams (operations, marketing, account management) to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Keep up to date with market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes in the energy and housing sectors.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and pipeline updates to senior management.
• Represent the business at industry events, networking opportunities, and client meetings.