We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 100, 000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.
Job Title: Internal Sales Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Job Location: Buxton or Manchester
Salary: Competitive + 25 % Bonus
We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded individual to support the sales operations within our Connectivity business. This role plays a key part in managing customer enquiries, preparing accurate quotations, and ensuring smooth order processing. You will work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to drive enquiry-to-order conversion and enhance overall customer experience. This is a great opportunity to contribute to business growth while developing your commercial and technical knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage customer enquiries and prepare accurate, timely quotations in line with business KPIs
- Proactively track and progress quotations through to closure, engaging directly with clients
- Liaise with internal teams and customers to gather information and deliver solutions-focused support
- Maintain and update CRM systems, ensuring enquiry and lead data is accurate and up to date
- Support sales growth by identifying opportunities, nurturing existing accounts, and contributing to marketing initiatives
Essential
- GCSEs at grade C or above in English and Maths
- Qualification in engineering subject (ideally to HNC level or above)
Desirable
- Experience in a TIC related business
- Driving licence for use in the UK
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:
Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
Private medical cover (immediate access)
Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
An additional day off for your birthday
Retailer Discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
Length of Service Awards
Christmas Vouchers
Health & Wellbeing initiatives
Discounted Gym Membership
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.
