Specification Sales Manager

  • Hunter Hughes
  • City, Birmingham
  • Feb 28, 2026
Full time Marketing

Job Description

Job Title: LED Lighting Specification Sales Manager

Location: East & West Midlands

Salary: 50,000 - 65,000 + 10K Commission + Car + Benefits

About Us

We are a fast-growing, design-led LED lighting manufacturer delivering innovative, energy-efficient solutions across commercial, residential, hospitality, and public-sector projects. Our products combine cutting-edge technology with exceptional design to support architects, consultants, and contractors in delivering outstanding spaces.

The Role

We are seeking a driven and commercially astute LED Lighting Specification Sales Manager to develop and secure project specifications with architects, lighting designers, M&E consultants, and key contractors.

You will be responsible for influencing specifications at pre-construction stage, managing projects from concept through to completion, and converting specifications into secured orders through contractor engagement.

This is a relationship focused, technical sales role requiring strong consultative skills and an understanding of lighting applications, controls, and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, lighting designers, M&E consultants, and developers
  • Secure product specifications on commercial and high-end residential projects
  • Manage the full project pipeline from initial concept through to installation
  • Work closely with contractors and wholesalers to ensure project conversion
  • Deliver CPDs and technical presentations to specifiers
  • Provide lighting calculations and technical guidance (training provided if required)
  • Track and report pipeline activity via CRM
  • Achieve and exceed sales and margin targets

About You

  • Proven experience in specification sales (lighting preferred but not essential)
  • Background in LED lighting, electrical products, or building services highly desirable
  • Strong network within architectural and consultant communities
  • Technically confident with the ability to present to design professionals
  • Commercially driven with strong negotiation skills
  • Self-motivated, organised, and results-oriented
  • Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

  • 50,000 - 65,000
  • 10,000 bonus +
  • Company car
  • Pension & additional benefits
  • Ongoing technical and product training
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business