Sales Manager

Sales Manager (No.2 to Sales Director).

North Yorkshire.

Cognisant is working on a Sales Manager appointment with a regional housebuilder to strengthen their sales function as the business continues to grow.

The position is best suited to an experienced Sales Manager looking for more exposure, or a Head of Sales / Sales Director who wants to step into a more measured role while still operating at a strategic level.

The Role

You will retain oversight of developments and sales teams with clear involvement in how the function is shaped and run.

Alongside day-to-day performance, you will contribute to:

• Pricing and release strategy
• Wider sales approach and market positioning
• Land and viability discussions
• Coaching and mentoring across the team

The Opportunity

Working closely with the Sales Director, you will play a key role in shaping sales performance across the business while supporting the wider strategic direction.

You will have the platform to:

• Operate as a genuine No.2 within the sales function
• Influence pricing, strategy and decision-making
• Support and develop a growing sales team
• Contribute to commercially important conversations beyond the sites
• Stay close to delivery while adding value at a higher level

About You

This role is likely to suit:

• An experienced Sales Manager looking to broaden their remit
• A senior sales professional seeking more involvement in strategy
• A Sales Director / Head of Sales looking for a step back without losing influence

You will offer:

• Strong experience within housebuilding sales
• A clear understanding of the full sales lifecycle
• Commercial awareness and market understanding
• Confidence operating around senior stakeholders
• A natural ability to coach, support and influence others

Why consider it

You will be joining a well-run regional developer with a strong pipeline and a stable platform for growth.

The role offers a balance between responsibility and autonomy, with the ability to influence outcomes without carrying the full weight of a director-level position.

For the right individual, it’s a chance to stay close to the detail while still contributing at a strategic level.

If of interest, or for a confidential discussion, feel free to get in touch.

Dan Petrie, Cognisant

dan.petrie@cognisantsearch.com

07487 795148