Field-Based National Automotive Sales Leader – UK & Ireland

Glen Callum Associates; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive components manufacturer is seeking a National Sales Manager to expand relationships with buying groups and distributors across the UK and Ireland. The role involves account management and strategic growth, with responsibilities including developing key accounts, creating business plans, and identifying sales opportunities. Candidates should have a strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket, with field sales experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and long-term career progression within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension

Company car

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket.
• Existing relationships or knowledge of buying groups, national distributors, and motor factors.
• Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with buying groups and industry partners.
• Create account-specific business plans aligned to growth objectives.
• Identify new sales opportunities through data analysis.
• Implement strategic sales initiatives to enhance key accounts.
• Promote new product groups and value-add initiatives.

Skills

Field sales experience

Excellent communication

Customer-centric approach

Diplomacy

Strong reporting skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Solutions-driven mindset

Confidence with IT tools

Job description

A leading automotive components manufacturer is seeking a National Sales Manager to expand relationships with buying groups and distributors across the UK and Ireland. The role involves account management and strategic growth, with responsibilities including developing key accounts, creating business plans, and identifying sales opportunities. Candidates should have a strong background in the UK automotive aftermarket, with field sales experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and long-term career progression within a collaborative environment.