Newbury

General Manager £65000 – £70,000 pa Newbury – Office based role Our client is a UK based manufacturer of high-quality bespoke products that serves mainly the construction, marine, oil & gas, and automotive industries. They have been in business for over 45 years with a turnover of £6.5M and are entering an exciting new phase of growth. They currently sell all across the world and are known for high quality on time products that sees a high level of returning customers. They are seeking an experienced and hands-on General Manager to lead this small but growing business.   Overview: Ideally you will have a strong background in manufacturing, with additional experience in sales, purchasing, and warehouse / production operations. This role requires someone who can oversee and run daily operations, manage staff, and ensure the business meets its financial and operational goals.   Key Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations, including warehouse/production, sales, and office functions. Manage purchasing, and key relationships. Lead, motivate, and support a small team across operations and sales. Develop and monitor budgets, financial forecasts, and performance numbers. Drive efficiency improvements in production, logistics, and customer service. Support sales growth through customer relationship management and business development initiatives. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.   Experience: Proven experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in a leadership role Understanding of sales and purchasing, with strong commercial awareness. Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial management. Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and able make decisions quickly   If this sounds of interest, please call Kate or email your CV and let’s have a conversation whereby we can provide you with more details on what is a very exciting opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.    

Mechanical Engineer Full time Mechanical Engineer required to join a plant Services team, immediate start available. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join a small family run business. Hours of Work: Working hours will be working 08:00am – 18:00pm Monday – Friday – 45 hour week. Salary: Starting at £19.00 per hour, dependant on experience and qualifications Training provided, full machinal engineering experience in a similar field is essential. The role will include but not limited to. Maintaining and servicing plant equipment Visiting customer sites for any breakdowns and servicing on equipment Using Mechanical Engineering experience to identify issues and solutions Working as apart of a small team Driving company van Full clean UK driving licence is required This will be a permanent position for the right candidate following a successful recruitment process. Apply now or contact Dovetail 01635 43100 for more details!   ‘Dovetail supports the Employer Pays Principal and no recruitment fees will ever be charged to the workers by Dovetail HRS’

Area Sales Manager Newbury based business Salary £35-45,000 plus £15,000 commission plus car allowance   Permanent role As an Area Sales Manager in the Southern region, you will be responsible for driving sales growth within a designated territory. This role involves visiting customers, understanding their needs, selling our solutions to meet their requirements and becoming a trusted advisor. The ideal candidate will: Have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for building lasting customer relationships. Visit customers regularly to thoroughly understand their business Help understand how the business  can help them meet their goals. Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers. Put together a territory plan that highlights existing and new opportunities. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the territory. Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to customers. Negotiate contracts (pricing) that provide a win/win strong relationship. Monitor market trends/competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats. Provide regular sales reports and forecasts to management. Work with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues. Represent the company to the highest possible professional standards.   Essential skills: Determined and target-driven with a proven track record in sales. Ability to clearly convey information and engage with customers effectively. Negotiation Skills: Capable of negotiating terms and closing sales deals. Proficient in building and maintaining strong customer relationships. Efficient in managing time and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and provide effective solutions. Highly motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Flexible and able to adapt to changing market conditions/customer needs. Able to comfortably engage with all levels of the organisation. Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using CRM and other sales tools.   Desired skills and qualifications required: Experience with Sage Line 50 or similar accounting software. Familiarity with Salesforce CRM or equivalent. Proven experience in sales, preferably in a field sales role. Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory. Ability to analyse sales data and market trends to inform strategies. Proficient in delivering product presentations and demonstrations. A full clean UK driving license Desired but not essential; Familiarity with the industry/products.   If you are interested in finding out more, please email your CV or call Kate or Lindsay for more information.