Sales Director UK & Europe (Automated Systems/intralogistics)

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer of specialized automated technology is seeking a Sales Director to enhance their customer base across the UK and manage a small sales team in Western Europe. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent company culture, and the chance to work within a growing niche sector.

Benefits

Company Car

Competitive benefits

Opportunity to join a growing niche-sector business

Qualifications

• Proven sales and management experience required.
• Experience in capital equipment sales essential.
• Solutions-based approach is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the UK customer base.
• Manage and coach a sales team of 3-5.
• Identify new market opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Management experience

Strategic mindset

Job description

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Sales Director UK & Europe (Automated Systems/intralogistics), England

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England, United Kingdom

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Alexander James Recruiting is working with a global manufacturer of specialist automation products seeking a Sales Director to develop their customer base across the UK and manage a small team of sales professionals across Western Europe. This role offers a strong package, excellent company culture, and brand presence, making it a great opportunity for a successful sales professional in capital equipment seeking scope and challenge.

Responsibilities

1. Lead, manage, and develop the UK customer base.
2. Attend customer sites, conduct detailed analysis, and prepare business proposals to provide tailored solutions.
3. Manage, coach, and monitor a small sales team of 3-5 across Northern and Western Europe with occasional travel.
4. Drive the company's products and services forward and identify new market opportunities.
5. Develop and implement strategic sales approaches for targeting and winning new business, aligning with team targets.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have proven sales and management experience, or at least a strong sales background with a strategic mindset. Experience in capital equipment sales, working with blue-chip clients, and a solutions-based approach are essential. Industries of interest include material handling, warehouse automation, conveyors, storage solutions, or related intralogistics sectors, but candidates from other technical sales backgrounds with solutions experience are also considered.

• Basic salary up to £80,000
• OTE of £100k-£120k achievable
• Company Car
• Other competitive benefits
• Opportunity to join a growing niche-sector business

The Company

The client is a UK-based manufacturer of specialized automated technology serving global industries, particularly in load handling and conveyor systems. They work with numerous blue-chip clients and distributors worldwide, providing bespoke solutions in air cargo, automotive, packaging, and transport sectors. The company seeks a new Sales Director to increase UK sales and lead a team across Northern Europe.

To learn more, contact Alex Hopkirk at 07557658751 or email [emailprotected]. Visit www.alexanderjamesrecruiting.co.uk for more opportunities.

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