What Jobs are available for Sales Transactions in Bedford?

Are you passionate about delivering premium customer experiences? Do you thrive in a sales-driven environment and have a background in luxury retail? This could be your next exciting opportunity.

Our client is seeking a confident and customer-focused Retail Sales Specialist to represent their innovative product range in a leading retail environment. You'll be the face of a globally recognised brand, engaging with customers, showcasing cutting-edge technology, and driving sales through meaningful in-store interactions.

Role: Retail Sales Specialist - Luxury Retail
Pay: 12.50per hour PAYE
Location: High Wycombe
Contract : 12 hours per week, Monday 1030 to 1830 & Sunday 1100 to 1700

IR35 Status: Inside

What You'll Be Doing:

• Deliver premium customer engagement by demonstrating product features tailored to individual customer needs.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets, contributing to overall store performance.
• Build strong in Retail Sales Specialist - Luxury Retail iu-store relationships, becoming a trusted expert and valued part of the retail team.
• Maintain impeccable brand presentation, ensuring displays and stock levels meet brand standards.
• Track and report sales performance using our dedicated platform in real time.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in luxury or premium retail environments, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
• Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Confident communicator who can engage customers and build rapport quickly.
• Passionate about technology - whether it's floor care, hair care, or lighting, you'll be excited to share your product knowledge.
• Proactive, results-driven mindset with a keen eye for presentation.
• A team player with an ambitious, can-do attitude and a drive for continuous improvement.

Two years referencing will be required

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants.

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• Support Store Managers in achieving sales targets and operational goals for assigned retail locations.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance data for each store, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Implement and ensure adherence to company sales strategies and promotional activities.
• Conduct regular store visits to assess operational standards, customer service levels, and visual merchandising.
• Provide coaching and guidance to store teams to enhance their sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new retail staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations across all stores.
• Manage inventory levels and stock control processes in coordination with store management.
• Address customer feedback and resolve escalated issues promptly and professionally.
• Foster a collaborative and motivated work environment among store teams.
• Report on area performance to regional management, providing insights and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for sales growth and operational efficiencies within the designated area.

• Proven experience in retail management, such as a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Supervisor role, with multi-site experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales performance and achieve targets.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, visual merchandising, and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Exceptional customer service orientation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to travel regularly within the designated area.
• Proficiency in POS systems and standard office software.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing retail demands.
• Passion for retail and customer engagement.

• Exceeding individual and team sales targets through effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
• Providing outstanding customer service, building rapport and loyalty with clients.
• Assisting customers with product selection, answering queries, and offering personalized advice.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of current product ranges, promotions, and competitor activities.
• Implementing and maintaining visual merchandising standards to create an attractive and engaging store environment.
• Processing transactions accurately and efficiently using the point-of-sale system.
• Contributing to stock management, including receiving deliveries, inventory checks, and replenishment.
• Handling customer complaints and returns in a professional and satisfactory manner.
• Collaborating with team members to achieve common goals and foster a positive work atmosphere.
• Participating in ongoing training and development to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.

• Proven experience in a retail sales environment, with a track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse customers.
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Strong product knowledge within the relevant retail sector (specific sector will be detailed upon application).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required by business needs.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of presentation.
• Basic numeracy skills for handling transactions and stock.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to sales and customer engagement.

Sales Operations Officer – St Neots (PE19) – Permanent – Full Time

Salary:  £30,000 - £35,000
Location:  PE19 6BN - St Neots (Likely 3-4 days in the Office)

Benefits include:
25 days annual leave (inclusive of up to 3 days December shutdown) • Buy or sell up to 5 days’ leave • Two pension schemes • Private Medical & Dental Insurance • Life Assurance (4 x salary) • Save and share schemes • Electric/Hybrid car leasing • Cycle to work • Retail discounts • Continuous Professional Development • Annual Wellness Allowance

Be the connection that keeps our Business Development engine running smoothly

We’re looking for an organised, proactive individual to support the teams within our Business Development & Sales function with the coordination, reporting, and systems management that underpin successful business winning.

Known internally as the Sales Operations Officer, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our customer data accurate, our reporting on track, and our frameworks and portals managed efficiently. If you enjoy working across multiple priorities and take pride in getting the details right, this is a great opportunity to make a visible impact within a fast-moving, collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll sit at the heart of our Business Development & Sales teams, keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly and our data working hard for us. You’ll make sure our CRM remains accurate and reliable, prompting opportunity owners to keep information up to date and resolving any gaps before monthly reviews.

You’ll help monitor dashboards and reports, spotting patterns, errors, or missing details, and turning that insight into practical actions for the team. Working closely with colleagues across Marketing and Communications, you’ll align customer-facing campaigns and events with our sales priorities, ensuring everything connects back to our broader business goals.

Your work will also extend to the operational side of business winning; helping to manage frameworks and portals, supporting opportunity triage, and representing the team in daily Gate Reviews. From preparing accurate reports to maintaining records and coordinating workflow, you’ll provide the structure and consistency that keep our teams focused and effective.

Throughout, you’ll build strong working relationships across MASS, using your communication skills, organisation, and discretion to support others, influence outcomes, and uphold our company values in everything you do.

What you’ll bring

Essential

• Previous administration experience with excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Confidence working at pace and balancing competing priorities with discretion.
• Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team while managing tasks autonomously.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Background in a sales or business development support role.
• Experience in the defence or government sectors.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms or sales reporting tools.

Who we are

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential.

We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you’re ready for digital transformation. MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Eligibility

Due to the secure nature of our work, you must be:

• A UK National, eligible to work in the UK, and
• Able to obtain and maintain a UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance.

Apply today  to see how working for MASS could work for you!

Sales Operations Officer | Business Development Coordinator | Sales Support Specialist | CRM & Sales Administrator | Bid & Tender Support Officer | Sales Operations Coordinator | Frameworks & Business Support Officer | Business Development Support Executive | Proposal & Sales Operations Assistant | Sales & Pipeline Coordinator

The Sales Operations Lead will support the B2B Sales Manager by executing sales processes, managing client communication, and providing administrative support to ensure seamless sales operations. This role is commercially focused, with responsibilities including creating quotes, sales orders, converting them to sales orders, and supporting the delivery of departmental objectives.

The B2B Sales Executive will play a key role in driving sales of Show Cars, Simulators, Pit Stop Rigs, FIA Chassis, Steering Wheels, and Replica Parts by ensuring timely and accurate execution of all sales processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Administration & Process Execution

Prepare quotes and sales orders based on client inquiries and specifications.

Convert quotes into sales orders with accuracy and efficiency.

Maintain a detailed database of sales orders to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.

Ensure all product descriptions, pricing, and specifications are accurately communicated to clients.

Collaborate with the B2B Sales Manager to align quotes and proposals with the overall sales strategy.

Client Communication & Relationship Management

Serve as the first point of contact for client inquiries, providing timely responses and solutions.

Maintain high-quality standards in all written and verbal communication.

Ensure client expectations are managed effectively throughout the sales process.

Collect client feedback post-purchase and provide insights for continuous improvement.

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support commercial growth.

Sales Operations & Efficiency

Support the development and maintenance of the commercial calendar, ensuring all activities are executed on time.

Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistency in promotional messaging.

Assist in managing inventory levels for high-demand products such as Simulators, Show Cars, and Pit Stop Rigs.

Ensure timely processing of orders and monitor delivery schedules to maintain customer satisfaction.

Utilize CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) to track sales progress and improve efficiency.

Commercial Administration & Finance Business Partnering

Work closely with Finance to ensure alignment of invoicing schedules, payment terms, and revenue recognition.

Build and manage new vendor and supplier onboarding, ensuring accurate completion of financial onboarding forms (e.g., bank details, tax forms, FATCA/W-8BEN) ensuring overall compliance.

Assist in monthly sales reconciliation and forecasting exercises with Finance and Sales Manager.

Prepare financial summaries and trackers for large deals, including payment terms, invoicing dates, COGS, and margin analysis.

Coordinate the finance-to-operations workflow, tracking when payments are received and ensuring timely release of goods, while maintaining close alignment between Sales, Finance, and Fulfilment to enhance client experience.

Support the budgeting process for B2B sales performance and operational spend.

Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of all Private Sales contracts, working closely with the Commercial and Legal teams to ensure terms are accurate, compliant, and commercially aligned

Reporting & Analysis

Generate weekly and monthly sales reports for the B2B Sales Manager.

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead conversion rate, quote-to-order ratio, and client retention.

Analyse sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Monitor competitor activity and recommend adjustments to enhance sales strategy.

Provide actionable insights to support the achievement of departmental objectives.

Sales Operations Officer – St Neots (PE19) – Permanent – Full Time

• Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
• Location: PE19 6BN - St Neots (Likely 3-4 days in the Office)

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave (inclusive of up to 3 days December shutdown) • Buy or sell up to 5 days’ leave • Two pension schemes • Private Medical & Dental Insurance • Life Assurance (4 x salary) • Save and share schemes • Electric/Hybrid car leasing • Cycle to work • Retail discounts • Continuous Professional Development • Annual Wellness Allowance

Be the connection that keeps our Business Development engine running smoothly

We’re looking for an organised, proactive individual to support the teams within our Business Development & Sales function with the coordination, reporting, and systems management that underpin successful business winning.

Known internally as the Sales Operations Officer, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our customer data accurate, our reporting on track, and our frameworks and portals managed efficiently. If you enjoy working across multiple priorities and take pride in getting the details right, this is a great opportunity to make a visible impact within a fast-moving, collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll sit at the heart of our Business Development & Sales teams, keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly and our data working hard for us. You’ll make sure our CRM remains accurate and reliable, prompting opportunity owners to keep information up to date and resolving any gaps before monthly reviews.

You’ll help monitor dashboards and reports, spotting patterns, errors, or missing details, and turning that insight into practical actions for the team. Working closely with colleagues across Marketing and Communications, you’ll align customer-facing campaigns and events with our sales priorities, ensuring everything connects back to our broader business goals.

Your work will also extend to the operational side of business winning, helping to manage frameworks and portals alongside our team, supporting opportunity triage, and representing the team in daily Gate Reviews. From preparing accurate reports to maintaining records and coordinating workflow, you’ll provide the structure and consistency that keep our teams focused and effective.

Throughout, you’ll build strong working relationships across MASS, using your communication skills, organisation, and discretion to support others, influence outcomes, and uphold our company values in everything you do.

What you’ll bring

Essential

• Previous administration experience with excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Confidence working at pace and balancing competing priorities with discretion.
• Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team while managing tasks autonomously.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Background in a sales or business development support role.
• Experience in the defence or government sectors.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms or sales reporting tools.

Who we are

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential.

We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you’re ready for digital transformation. MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Eligibility

Due to the secure nature of our work, you must be:

• A UK National, eligible to work in the UK, and
• Able to obtain and maintain a UK Government Security Check (SC) clearance.

Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!

Sales Operations Officer | Business Development Coordinator | Sales Support Specialist | CRM & Sales Administrator | Bid & Tender Support Officer | Sales Operations Coordinator | Frameworks & Business Support Officer | Business Development Support Executive | Proposal & Sales Operations Assistant | Sales & Pipeline Coordinator

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager

• Are you an experienced supply chain professional with a strong track record in S&OP and integrated business planning?
• Do you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments, balancing operational efficiency with commercial and financial priorities?
• Are you ready to lead S&OP processes that directly influence strategic and financial decisions across the business?

MacGregor Black are partnering with a leading manufacturing business in Northamptonshire on the search for a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager . This is a permanent role based in Northamptonshire.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering the opportunity to shape S&OP processes, drive cross-functional alignment, and deliver insight that supports both operational performance and business profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end S&OP process, aligning demand, supply, and commercial priorities to support strategic and financial objectives.
• Partner with sales, operations, and finance teams to develop accurate forecasts, capacity plans, and inventory strategies.
• Analyse performance against plan, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement areas to optimise profitability and service levels.
• Prepare and present management reports on key S&OP metrics, forecasting accuracy, inventory performance, and business performance.
• Implement continuous process improvements to enhance planning efficiency, responsiveness, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Mentor and develop planning team members to strengthen capability and drive high performance.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in S&OP, demand planning, or integrated business planning within manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience linking operational performance to commercial and financial outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented, thriving in a dynamic operational environment.
• Experience with ERP systems and planning tools; advanced Excel skills essential.

Competitive salary and benefits package

Please contact Carl Maw for more information today.

Position Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Four-year college degree required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in managing a business at non-food retails within EMEA.
• Retail experience within non-food retail is preferred.
• Working strongly together with EMEA sales teams in different countries and/or peers to work toward the same corporate goal.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

• Excellent proactive planning skills.
• Excellent computer Skills (MS Office Suite, Excel).
• Well-developed sales, people, communication, administration, sales policy, long-lead planning skills.
• Excellent forecasting and sales analytics skills.
• Knowledge of EMEA discount retailers.
• Experience with both FOB and EMEA shipping procedures.
• Formal knowledge of retailer and product categories within the industry.
• Entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent time management and follow-through skills.
• Good no-nonsense management skills.
• Strong Work Ethic and reputation of Integrity.
• Goal orientated.

Authority :

• Reports to the EVP Sales EMEA & APAC.

Key Result Areas and Activities

1. Account Management & Development:

• Identify and develop relationships with Discount retailers.
• Negotiate pricing on close out items to maximize profit.
• Build relationship with the retailer’s buying team, including all buyers, planners, replenishment team and inventory management team.
• Work with buying team to understand their needs, performance metrics, and timetables, building a seasonal business plan that meets these metrics.
• Respond to and acknowledge all customer requests in timely manner.
• Be the expert on the products, categories, and competition that fall under the area of responsibilities.
• Manage day-to-day service issues between MGA marketing, product development, customer service, import team, customer marketing, and retailer buying teams.

1. Profitable Sales:

• Creating and presenting profitable sales plans for both retailer and MGA.
• Develop contingency plans that can be implemented in a timely manner.
• Delivering the business plan.
• Work with Marketing, Internal Stakeholders, and Supply Chain to develop plans that address each account’s objectives and objections and then be able to sell the plan.
• Implement pricing actions as needed to move close out items.

1. Fiscal Responsibilities:

• Manage opportunities with a check and balance for the return on the investment.
• Identify opportunities to unload unsold inventory.

1. Forecasting:

• Review weekly POS, when available, and action resulting opportunities with the retailer and demand planners.
• Build and forecast plans that are based on facts, like items, actual sales, reasonable turn rates, and other historical data by working closely with MGA demand planning team.
• Be conscious of lead times and forecast deadlines.
• Manage both an import and domestic inventory flow program.
• Ensure forecasts reflect all defined promotional plans and communicate to retailers all MGA promotional activity (TV, print, etc.).

1. Communication:

• Timely, professional response with all colleagues and customers.
• Attend all required meetings, be prepared to participate, and ensure all follow up action is completed in a timely manner using the “who, what, when” template.
• Communicate issues and opportunities quickly to management team.
• Act as the retailers advocate on all business and product decisions while holding MGA interests at the highest level.
• Effectively and efficiently relay customer feedback, sales opportunities, and competitive market information to key stakeholders: Management, Marketing, and PD teams.