Head of Sales

Blum UK; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare through AXA

Company Car

Wellbeing platform & EAP through Health Assured

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Blum UK is seeking a Head of Sales to lead and enhance its sales function. This role requires a seasoned leader to develop sales strategies, oversee team performance, and drive growth in alignment with the company’s objectives. The position is based in Milton Keynes and includes extensive travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate a high-performing sales team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee the sales team and drive revenue growth.
• Ensure achievement of sales targets.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Sales Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Networking

Communication

Job description

Head of Sales

Blum UK is a components, service and solution provider to the furniture industry in home living spaces. Founded in 1952 in Austria by Julius Blum, the name Blum stands for innovation, dedicated employees and international market presence.

We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of furniture fittings however we remain a family company with collaboration from all our employees who are working to improve the quality of everyday life.

With a headcount of circa 65 employee’s, Blum UK takes pride in being a trusted partner, delivering exceptional brand experiences and services in everything we do.

The Role

We have a brand new and exciting opportunity to join our team as Head of Sales for Blum UK. As the Head of Sales for Blum UK, you will be responsible for leading and managing the sales function within the organisation.

Your primary objective will be to develop and implement effective sales strategies that align with the overall business objectives of Blum Austria and Blum UK.

This role involves overseeing the sales team, driving revenue growth, and ensuring the achievement of sales targets.

Location

The role is based out of our state-of-the-art Head Office in Milton Keynes, however extensive travel across the UK and globally will be required.

Knowledge & Experience

·Industry & Product Knowledge

·An Understanding of the UK Market

·Experience in Sales Strategy Development

·Sales Team Leadership and Management

·Client Relationship Management

·Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge

·Networking and Relationship Building

Skills & Abilities

·Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role.

·Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.

·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·Ability to lead and motivate a high-performing sales team.

·Demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets.

·Strong collaboration and influencing skills.

·Strong ethics and values

About you

As a business, it’s important to us that we find the best person for the role and that you have the best opportunity to succeed with us.

Successful candidates will have the ability to inspire and motivate the sales team, setting a clear vision and direction. The ability to think critically and strategically about market trends, competitive landscape, and business opportunities is crucial for developing effective sales strategies.

To be successful you will have a strong commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs and the ability to negotiate effectively with clients and stakeholders, finding mutually beneficial solutions.

You will have a passion for customer service, ensuring key relationships are built and sustained with stakeholders globally and clients alike.

·Private healthcare through AXA

·Company Car

·Wellbeing platform & EAP through Health Assured

·Paid Family Leave

Applications

If you would like a copy of the job description, any more information on this role or you would like to apply please send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]

Interviews will be held face to face at our Blum UK site in Milton Keynes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

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