Sales & Operations Manager
Cheltenham
What’s in it for you?
Looking to make your next strategic move? | Unique, innovative, and exciting Sales role in a niche market combining strategic leadership with real, hands-on involvement in projects | Long-term, stable opportunity | Supportive and close-knit team | On-site parking
Your responsibilities will include:
• Overseeing and optimising daily operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance
• Leading technical sales strategy, managing quotes, tenders, and client proposals
• Generating and converting new business leads through research and outreach
• Visiting client sites to assess needs and present customised solutions
• Building long-term client relationships with a consultative, solutions-first approach
• Managing delivery timelines, coordinating teams, and driving project success
• Maintaining strong safety and regulatory standards across the board
• Continuously identifying areas for process improvement and innovation
What we’re looking for
• Proven leadership in packaging, manufacturing, or engineering environments
• Strong track record in technical sales or commercial project management
• Experience preparing accurate quotes and researching client needs
• Confident in lead generation and nurturing a pipeline of commercial opportunities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Hands-on approach with a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Industry knowledge of Packaging Aerospace, Automotive, or Energy (preferable)
• Willingness to travel to client sites when needed
If you're ready to make a difference on site, please send your CV to Alison at i2i Recruitment today.
Our mission of 'Making Recruitment Personal’ also means making recruitment fair. We are committed to reviewing every application with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
We strive to personally connect with each applicant, but due to the number of applications we receive, this is not always possible. We will still aim to update you on your application, regardless of whether it’s successful.
Salary: Up to £40,000
Hours Per Week: Full-time
To Apply: Simply click the 'Apply Now' button below and complete the online form including attaching an up-to-date CV.
