Requirements: English
Company: Pertemps Network Group
EU Sales Manager Furniture Industry
Salary: From 75,000 90,000 per annum DOE + company benefits
Location: WFH + Travel Across Europe Required
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
The Opportunity
Our client is a well-established UK-based, family-run manufacturer renowned for producing high-quality, innovative and sustainable pocket spring systems. With a strong reputation for excellence and a culture that blends hard work with collaboration and enjoyment, they are looking to expand their international commercial footprint across Europe.
As part of this growth, they are seeking an experienced and self-driven Sales Manager to join their European sales team. The role will focus on developing and managing sales across the mattress, furniture and transportation seating sectors, working closely with OEM manufacturers and suppliers throughout Continental Europe.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and growing existing client relationships, identifying new opportunities within the region and driving sales performance in line with strategic targets. This is a WFH / field-based position requiring regular travel across Europe and candidates must be permanently based within the Continental European region.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively manage a portfolio of accounts across the region, nurturing relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders at all levels
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within relevant sectors (mattress, furniture, transport seating and aviation etc)
- Deliver against agreed sales targets, KPIs and business development objectives, with a focus on revenue growth and market expansion
- Collaborate closely with internal departments including marketing, operations and product development to deliver a cohesive customer experience
- Represent the company at industry exhibitions, trade shows and customer meetings, presenting product innovations and sustainability initiatives
- Provide detailed product training and demonstrations to customers, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the product range and manufacturing capabilities
- Support and expand the network of regional agents and distributors where appropriate.
Key Requirements:
- Proven track record in a B2B technical or solution-based sales role, ideally within the mattress, furniture, or transport seating industries
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to build rapport and credibility across a range of cultures and business environments
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider commercial team
- Self-motivated and resilient, with a goal-oriented mindset and the drive to exceed expectations
- Must be based within Continental Europe and hold a full, valid driving licence
- Fluent in English (additional European languages would be advantageous).
Personal Attributes:
- Demonstrates a sustainable drive to succeed and deliver outstanding performance, particularly when it counts
- Actively listens, engages thoughtfully in discussions and communicates with clarity and purpose
- Values team success over individual recognition, shares credit and promotes collaboration
What Our Client Offers:
- Competitive salary of 75,000 90,000 (dependent on experience)
- Commission structure
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing initiatives, including a dedicated wellbeing day
- Incremental holiday allowance based on service
- Generous staff discounts on products
- Laptop and mobile phone
- Business travel expenses
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Next Steps
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional looking to join a forward-thinking and values-led manufacturer with a strong European presence and a commitment to sustainability and innovation.
If the above information sounds of interest, please click apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch with you soon to discuss your application further.