Head of Sales

Lord Search & Selection; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Head of Sales to lead their commercial function in the Midlands. This senior leadership role focuses on developing the sales strategy, managing key customer relationships, and leading a motivated sales team. The ideal candidate will be a proven sales professional with experience in fasteners or 'C' components, a track record of growth, and excellent communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader in a growing organization.

Benefits

Benefits and bonus

Qualifications

• Proven senior sales professional with experience in fasteners or 'C' components.
• Ability to lead and manage sales teams effectively.
• Track record of delivering growth in a sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the company's sales strategy.
• Lead and motivate the sales team.
• Manage key accounts and grow strategic customers.
• Identify new market opportunities and drive business development.
• Align sales with business objectives in coordination with management.
• Forecast, budget, and report on sales performance.

Skills

Sales leadership

Key account management

Business development

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

High-Volume Fasteners / Category 'C' Components

Location: Midlands

Salary: c. 80,000 + benefits & bonus

Our client, a long-standing, respected and product centric company, is seeking an experienced Head of Sales to lead and develop its commercial function.

This is a senior leadership role, responsible for driving revenue growth, managing key customer relationships and leading a high-performing sales team.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the company's sales strategy
• Leading, mentoring and motivating the sales team
• Managing and growing key accounts and strategic customers
• Identifying new market opportunities and driving business development
• Working closely with operations and senior management to align sales with business objectives
• Forecasting, budgeting and reporting on sales performance

The person

• A proven senior sales professional, ideally from within the fastener or 'c' components sector
• Experienced in leading and managing sales teams
• Commercially astute with a strong track record of delivering growth
• Confident operating at both strategic and hands‑on levels
• An effective communicator and relationship builder

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales leader looking to take ownership of a critical function within an ever-growing organisation.

To apply in confidence, please submit your CV and quote job reference 10223.