GRS Group
Sales Manager - Tilbury
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We are looking for a self-motivated, driven and adaptable individual who enjoys a challenge to work alongside our energetic team in Tilbury. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude, an ability to learn from any losses and celebrate every win. We are a fast-paced business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
About Us
GRS is the country's number one trader of primary, recycled and secondary aggregates in the construction industry. We are unique in that we're able to source and supply materials nationwide, making use of road, rail, river and marine to get materials to wherever they're needed. We are proud to be a leader in low-carbon secondary aggregates sustainably produced and sustainably delivered!
At GRS, we do things differently.
We're a pioneering team, shaping the future of sustainable growth in the construction materials supply chain. We bring solutions that others can't see. Working here means being trusted to take action, being given the freedom to make decisions and being supported by a dynamic, experienced team, which values relationships and integrity. We do things the right way - even when it's tough - and we invest in people who strive to create real opportunities. If you're bold, honest, and ready to lead change, you'll feel right at home.
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To grow and service your business; win new work, find opportunities in the market and develop relationships with your customers, hauliers and suppliers to achieve maximum orders in both volume and profit.
Key Responsibilities
- Situation solving, be proactive and capable of understanding issues and resolving.
- Thrive in challenging situations and enjoy working within deadlines.
- Responsibility for the gross trading margin performance of the region.
- To work with the director to set the budgets for the year.
- Managing and leading the commercial team within the region, driving and exceeding budgets with a Can-do attitude.
- Developing and creating an energetic trading environment for the team to grow and progress with 1to1 plans for all.
- Working with the internal business partners across all aspects of the business, HSEQ, HR, People, Finance, Shared Services.
- Delivering a supplier Strategy alongside the Director.
- Recruiting/inducting and retaining the next grs talent.
- Admin responsibilities for all aspects of the business from Supplier quotes being correct, Data entered into systems and Purchase orders.
- Ensuring that there are fun activities delivered and entertaining our team, customers and suppliers outside working hours.
- Responsibility for compliance and discharging legal duties with regards to HR and Health & Safety to promote a safe, equitable and legally compliant workplace.
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What We Are Looking For
- Must have a full UK Driving License (Essential).
- Experience managing internal and external sales staff (Essential).
- External Sales / Field Sales Experience (Desirable).
- Broad product range knowledge - Aggregates and Waste Removal (Desirable).
- This will suit a people person, someone who is dedicated to serve to lead mantra making sure that your team and your business have all the tools to perform to the highest level.
- All of our GRS Values apply for this role Caring, Can Do, Inspiring, Developing and Excelling.
PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO
GRS is a fast-paced, dynamic business with plenty of opportunities to fulfil your potential and achieve success. Most of our directors and senior managers started in junior roles and have worked their way up over the years. GRS is a great place to work and develop a career. Here are just a few of the advantages:
- 23 days holiday + 8 statutory days with a Christmas shut down
- Supportive and fun team environment
- Statutory pension contribution
- Career development opportunities
- GRS Academy & Personal development - development is in your hands
- EAP with a 24-hour 7 day a week GP service
- Cycle-to-work scheme
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