Executive Director of Sales - UK, Ireland, NORDICs - Automotive Service Provider

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in the UK is seeking an Executive Director of Sales to oversee expansion across UK, Ireland, and NORDICs. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in service sales, particularly with Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. This remote role includes travel and focuses on building relationships with key clients and driving sales strategy.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of service sales experience in the automotive industry.
• Proven track record of landing large, complex deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.
• Develop and execute a robust sales strategy for expansion.
• Build relationships with C-level stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Executive Presence

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19.05.2025

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03.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are urgently seeking an experienced Executive Sales Hunter for an exciting Executive Sales Director role for an Automotive Service Provider in the UK. This role will oversee landing and expanding with Automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs across UK, Ireland and NORDICs.

Layout: Remote, with travel included.

Salary: Can be flexible depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full sales cycle – from strategic lead generation to deal closure – with a focus on high-value Tier 1 and OEM automotive accounts.
• Develop and execute a robust sales strategy for expansion across the targeted geographies.
• Build deep, trust-based relationships with C-level stakeholders at prospective and existing clients.
• Identify customer pain points and position tailored service solutions to meet business needs.
• Collaborate with internal delivery, marketing, and product teams to ensure alignment and client satisfaction.
• Track and report on pipeline health, forecast accuracy, and market intelligence.

Key Requirements:

• 15+ years of service sales experience in the automotive industry, particularly with Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs.
• Proven track record as a hunter – landing large, complex deals and expanding accounts across multi-national regions.
• Strong network within the automotive ecosystem in the UK, Ireland, and/or NORDICs.
• Experience producing revenues north of 10m.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presence.
• Willingness to travel as needed across the target geographies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in automotive technology services, engineering solutions, or after-market services.
• Experience working in or with fast-paced, high-growth service providers.