Lightside Sales Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently. Possible if it's SOC 3552
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (64% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and MKM COVENTRY LTD is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers) · 64% match
- Possible 3552 (Business sales executives) · 30% match
Ask MKM COVENTRY LTD what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Most likely code | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
3552 Business sales executives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 143 branches and over 3300 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the ‘MKM family’ for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!
Lightside Sales Manager
This is a brand new position within our Hartlepool branch, as we are looking to expand further into the market. We are looking for an experienced salesperson to join us and make this new role their own from day one. Pushing plumbing & heating sales and taking our business to new levels. An excellent opportunity for someone to join us bringing a wealth of knowledge and having the drive to make MKM Hartlepool the number one stop in the area for all things building supplies!
This role will predominantly be dealing with Lightside Building Materials queries/ quotations.
Responsibilities and Duties
Providing quotations for customers
Dealing with customers both face to face and over the telephone
Giving excellent customer service and sound product advice
Taking a proactive approach to sales, using every opportunity to make or increase a sale.
Use a customer relationship management system (CRM) holding a portfolio of 50 + customers.
Generate new business with existing and new customers.
Upsell and gap analysis on existing customers.
Taking initiative to grow Plumbing & Heating sales within branch.
Cold calling
Lead qualifying.
Quote follow up.
Qualifications and Skills
Motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, self-driven, positive attitude
Previous sales experience in a builder’s merchant environment is a necessity.
Confident dealing with customers
The ability to build great customer relationships.
A good telephone manner, excellent communication, and interpersonal skill
Computer literate.
Benefits
A competitive pay package.
Generous discretionary bonus scheme
Substantial staff discounts
Training and development opportunities
Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
Holiday purchase Scheme
Perkbox discounts
Contributory pension scheme
Financial Planning Support
Cycle to work scheme.
Free parking
Enhanced Maternity
Enhanced Paternity
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health Support
Any queries, please call on: 01482 262280
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Where this offer sits in the market
Sales accounts and business development managers (SOC 3556) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~448k in sample- Middle half £40,144–71,448
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £55,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,600–49,680
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. MKM COVENTRY LTD holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.