Head of Sales & Marketing

Universal Business Team; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Yorkshire is seeking a Head of Sales & Marketing to define and deliver growth strategies. This senior leadership role offers significant influence with a clear path to Sales & Marketing Director. Ideal candidates have a proven track record in driving sales and marketing performance while leading cross-functional teams. This hybrid position supports flexible working and career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Clear career progression

Car or car allowance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and/or marketing leadership.
• Experience influencing at a senior level and leading teams.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts.
• Knowledge of regulated, product-based, or manufacturing sectors preferred.
• Willingness to travel in the UK and occasionally in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a sales & marketing strategy.
• Align sales, marketing, and product teams.
• Lead business development into new verticals.
• Elevate brand profile through digital marketing.
• Oversee campaign ROI and CRM adoption.

Skills

Commercially driven leadership

Sales and marketing strategy

Cross-functional team leadership

Inspirational communication

Data confidence

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Location: Yorkshire, UK (Hybrid working)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm (Early finish Fridays at 2:00pm)
Salary: Negotiable
Benefits: Fully negotiable package based on experience | Flexible working | Clear career progression to Sales & Marketing Director | Car or car allowance

Are you a commercially driven leader who wants to make an impact today, and step into the top executive roles of tomorrow?

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and inspirational Head of Sales & Marketing to join a specialist manufacturer and packaging solutions provider in the healthcare, pharma, and consumer wellness space. This is a senior leadership role designed for someone ready to take full ownership of sales and marketing strategy, with a structured progression plan to Sales & Marketing Director.

Note: Candidates who are already operating at Director level are also strongly encouraged to apply.

The business has built a reputation for precision, quality, and innovation, and is now looking for a commercially astute leader who can unite sales and marketing into a cohesive, high-performing growth engine.

The Role

This is more than a departmental leadership position, it’s a platform to prove yourself as the commercial driver of a fast-scaling business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll take full responsibility for growth strategy, brand positioning, and team development.

With 2 direct and 11 indirect reports across sales, marketing, and customer experience, you’ll shape go-to-market plans, open new markets, and maximise the performance of both people and processes. Success here will position you for board-level leadership and eventual MD responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and deliver a sales & marketing strategy to achieve ambitious UK and international growth targets
• Align sales, marketing, and product teams to create a unified, value-led customer proposition
• Lead business development into new verticals and regions, building long-term revenue streams
• Elevate brand profile through targeted digital marketing, content, and PR campaigns
• Oversee campaign ROI, lead generation, and CRM adoption (Salesforce)
• Drive sales performance through clear KPIs, accountability, and coaching
• Maintain exceptional customer retention and strategic account growth
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovation, margin, and customer value

• Proven track record in sales and/or marketing leadership in a growth-focused business

• Experience influencing at senior level and leading cross-functional teams
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts and data confidence
• Knowledge of regulated, product-based, or manufacturing sectors preferred
• Inspirational communicator with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams
• Willingness to travel in the UK and occasionally in Europe

Why Apply?

• Defined career path to Sales & Marketing Director
• Be part of a high-growth transformation in a niche, expanding sector
• Real influence at senior level with autonomy to shape strategy and execution
• Flexible working and strong leadership support to back your vision

If you’re ready to make your mark, build your career to the very top, and lead with purpose, this role offers the perfect launchpad.