Sales Development Manager

Field based (South and East England region)Job DescriptionMSX International is looking for a Trade Client Manager to join our busy Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) team in the South and East of England region.The Trade Client Manager will support activity definition and manage the Trade Retailer network, implement Trade sales processes and manage the delivery of the sales target within the region.In this field-based role, the Trade Client Manager will be responsible for their own territory, be responsible for driving the continued growth in genuine JLR parts sales to trade customers through our dedicated Trade Retailer network. Reporting to the Trade Operations Manager, this role requires you to coach and manage the Trade sales activity of the Trade Retailer network. The Trade Client Manager will ensure the Trade Retailers have all the right resources in place to provide a great service to their trade customers and will drive sales activity to achieve sales target. This includes leading by example in sales visits to key customers.As part of this role, the Trade Client Manager will:Engage with the Management team within each Trade Retailer business to support the trade sales objectivesSet up the Trade Retailer operations to the prescribed standards and SLAsOrganise the operational structure of the Trade Retailer to maximise quality and efficiencyGain participation and launch national and local campaign initiativesDefine and implement sales development activity, with Business Plans for each Trade RetailerSupport Trade Retailer sales activities, including customer visits, that will deliver trade parts sales growthAnalyse trade sales business performance (turnover and KPIs) of each Trade Retailer to ensure achievement of sales targets and action plansQualificationsThis is a superb opportunity to work within a high performing and very successful Trade Programme. The role will work on behalf of one of the worlds most iconic automotive manufacturers, so the ability to inspire, coach and influence others to achieve exceptional results is required. Our ideal Trade Client Manager will have:A parts sales background (essential): this could be from a manufacturer trade parts team, dealer senior parts manager/sales manager or aftermarket distributor rolesA wide experience of automotive trade parts distribution operations and sales techniquesAn analytical approach to activity planning as well as being able to work on strategy and development actions with the use of data to identify opportunitiesA good skill level in Excel, Word and PowerPointGood presentation and persuasion skillsA self-starter approach, with a proven track record of achieving parts trade sales targetsWhats in it for you?At MSX, our employees are the force behind our success. We are dedicated to empowering and encouraging our people and offer flexible working methods to suit all. We are a Disability Confident Committed organisation who takes pride in our diverse workforce.In joining MSX, you can enjoy:Competitive salaryCompany CarPaid business mileage25 days annual leave per yearAutonomy to run your own diaryCash back health care schemePotential to progress within the company, with global opportunities updated regularlyCompany DescriptionWith over 5,000 employees based in more than 80 countries across the globe, our teams provide industry leading expertise that spans:Warranty & TechnicalParts & ServiceChannel ManagementCustomer EngagementFleet & MobilityBuilding trust since 1931, our proven track record means that we now partner with almost every car manufacturer on the market.Additional InformationMSX is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, neurodiversity or other personal characteristics and backgrounds, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, or marital and parental status. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-09-04