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Sales Associate

Department: New Business Sales
Location: Wynyard, Billingham
Company: Made for Trade

Job Description:

Reporting to the Sales Manager, Sales Associate plays an integral part in the organising and deployment
of marketing and sales campaigns for all MFT products and actively seeking out new business opportunities for
our Sales Manager.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: –

Support MFT Marketing Strategy

• Assist Sales Manager in achieving Sales Strategy and overall Sales Targets
• Support Sales Manager and our clients with product demos, training, exhibitions, MFT site visits
• To achieve Sales Revenue/GP targets as agreed with the Sales Manager

Communication

• To act as an internal Sales point of contact for prospects and existing customers
• Handle inbound calls and deal appropriately with queries whilst achieving agreed KPIs
• Pro-actively outbound call to enable required prospects to customer conversion rate
• To convert prospects to customers as per conversion rate agreed with Sales Manager
• Focus on individual product Sales as required e.g. Patio Sliding Doors, Korniche Bifolds etc
• Deal with incoming website enquiries with the goal of converting them to sales

Technical Knowledge

In depth product knowledge is essential to servicing customers in the Sales associate role. Full training is provided however you may be required to spend time on each product to gain awareness of the components used and an understanding of how the product is manufactured. This not only improves understanding and communication with customers but also cements relationships on a foundation of product expertise.

Reporting

• Pro-actively manage existing Customer relationships including collating feedback
• Actively carry out product and competitor market research
• Ensure all Sales activity is logged on CRM system
• Adhere to internal processes and procedures

Key Skills

• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
• Confident handling bi-directional communication across multiple platforms
• High level of resilience and the ability to remain focused on goals
• A self-starter, with an outgoing personality and a positive outlook
• An analytical thinker with the ability to work well as part of a team
• Good self-management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@madefortrade.co

Recruiters, please note: While we appreciate your interest, we’re currently seeking direct applications only at this time.

Full Job Description

North of England Business Development Manager

Overview

This is a pivotal role in our business as we launch and grow our aluminium windows product line. Using a third-party system initially (and transitioning to our own proprietary system), you will be responsible for identifying opportunities, generating sales, developing accounts, and feeding valuable market insight into product development.

You will work closely with the Head of Sales and Commercial Director and wider team to refine our offering, drive uptake with existing customers, win new business, and help shape the commercial future of our window systems.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Business Development:

• Identify and convert new sales opportunities for aluminium windows with both existing and new customers.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for targeting potential customers and market sectors.
• Leverage existing industry contacts to bring in warm leads and generate immediate sales activity.

Sales Management & Sales System Development:

• Use and improve customer-facing IT systems (quotation tools, CRM, etc.) to quote and convert sales.
• Gather customer feedback and share insights to influence the design and development of our in-house window system.

Account Management:

• Manage and nurture relationships with key existing customers.
• Explore cross-selling opportunities for other products, including aluminium sliding doors and internal glass partitions which require renewed focus.

Collaboration & Commercial Input:

• Work directly with the Head of Sales and Commercial Director on pricing strategy, commercial positioning, and margin management.
• Provide structured market and customer feedback to support product refinement and competitive positioning.

Measurable KPI’s

• Report on individual progress monthly and contribute to sales meetings
• Regular reporting on sales progress/strategy to Head of Sales
• Annual progress report to Commercial Director

Key Skills

• Proven experience in a business development or technical sales role within the glazing, fenestration, or wider construction products sector.
• Strong understanding of aluminium window and door systems – ideally from a fabrication or system house background.
• Comfortable with technical product details and capable of translating customer needs into sales and product solutions.
• Able to use and improve customer-facing quoting systems and CRM tools.
• Tenacious, self-motivated, and proactive – able to drive a new product to market with minimal hand-holding.
• Commercially astute with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passionate about delivering value to customers and contributing to a growing business.

Desirable

• Experience launching a new product to market.
• Knowledge of UK fenestration market trends and competitors.
• Network of relevant industry contacts.
• Experience working with or within aluminium system houses.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to own and lead the development of an exciting new product line.
• Collaborative, forward-thinking work environment.
• Direct input into product development and business strategy.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure linked to performance.
• Career progression as the business and product range grows.
• IT equipment and company car (electric) as required for role

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@madefortrade.co

Recruiters, please note: While we appreciate your interest, we’re currently seeking direct applications only at this time.