National Sales Manager – Kitchens Manufacturer
- Kent Surrey
- £55,000-60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 basic
OTE: £65K+ (personal bonus + team bonus)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and commercially astute individual to join a high-performing kitchen product manufacturer in a dual-role capacity:60% Area Sales Manager: Inherit the company's top-performing region in the UK, managing key retail, online, merchant and OEM accounts.40% National Sales Manager: Lead and mentor a team of 4 experienced Area Sales Managers (combined turnover approx. £9 million), managing KPIs, coaching, team recruitment, and performance reviews.The product range includes high-quality kitchen products and associated accessories. Routes to market include national and independent retailers, merchants, online platforms, and OEMs.This is a pivotal role offering a clear progression path to Sales Director within 3-4 years, with full mentorship from the current Sales Director, who plans to step aside in the medium term.CompanyThis business is a well-established supplier of premium kitchens and accessories, with a reputation for design excellence, product reliability, and broad appeal across multiple channels - including retail, OEM, merchant, and online.Operating from a UK base, the company benefits from the backing of a major European manufacturer with over 50 years of production history and exports to more than 70 countries. The product offering is stylish, practical, and competitively priced, making it a popular choice for both trade and end-user customers.PersonWe're looking for a high-quality KBB professional with:Proven experience managing a field-based sales team (or the natural ability to step into such a role)Background in kitchen, bathroom, or interior building products.A strong commercial mindset, leadership qualities, and confidence in managing people, processes, and strategyA desire to grow into a senior leadership role in the next 3-4 years