Head of Sales - UK in Manchester)

Glen Callum Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts distributor in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Sales to lead and develop their sales team. The role requires a proven track record in the Automotive Aftermarket and experience in managing key accounts. This is an excellent opportunity to drive growth in a high-performing sales environment with competitive compensation and bonuses.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Executive car

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Track record in Automotive Aftermarket sales, ideally with Truck & Bus experience.
• Experience in developing relationships with Key Accounts.
• Strong people management skills to motivate a sales team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a talented sales team.
• Grow existing Key Accounts and acquire new business.
• Work closely with Buying Groups and dealer networks.
• Provide sharp data reports to the board.

Skills

Proven track record in Automotive Aftermarket / MRO sales

Experience in partnering Key Account sales

People management skills

Commercial nous

Strategic vision and hands-on energy

Job description

Overview

Head of Sales - UK

Automotive Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket Parts Distribution

££ Excellent (c.£75k + bonus) + bonus scheme + executive car & benefits

Midlands & North (Birmingham - Nottingham - Derby - Leeds - Manchester)

We are hiring for a Head of Sales / National Sales Manager / National Sales pro right NOW!

This is an amazing opportunity to join the UK's go-to name for Aftermarket Workshop Consumables, supplying into independent and national Aftermarket supply networks covering car & commercial vehicle distribution platforms.

What\'s our space?

Our customers? Everyone from CV / Car Parts Motor Factors, Car Parts Distributors through to Online Parts Trading distribution operations / retailers.

Our promise? Fast, no-fuss supply of Work Shop Consumables when required…Simple, no hassle, with 20,000 Sku\'s and a continual 1st pick rate achieving over 98% on 1st time delivery.

We\'ve already built mature, high-performing sales channels. Now we need a sales leader who can take the wheel and drive it harder-top down, nationwide supply, with passion.

Your purpose

• Lead, coach, and energise a talented, developing sales team
• Grow existing Key Accounts and bring in fresh business within the Automotive Aftermarket
• Work closely with Buying Groups, dealer networks, and trade parts suppliers
• Keep service slick, customers happy, and sales results climbing
• Report sharp, insightful data to the board along with improved achievement levels

You'll need

• Proven track record in the Automotive Aftermarket / MRO sales (Truck & Bus a bonus)
• Experience in partnering Key Account sales into Motor Factor and Trade Parts
• Commercial nous + strategic vision + hands-on energy
• People management skills that bring out the best in your team

If you\'re an Aftermarket pro who thrives on growth, speed, and service excellence, this is your chance to run the show in a business that\'s already leading the field-but wants to dominate it.

Apply now And let\'s talk about how you\'ll steer this business into its next big growth phase.

Interviews & applications

Online Interviews & Questions:

Online screen interviews will be conducted by our exclusive recruitment partner Glen Shepherd. We are hiring NOW so don\'t delay.

JOB REF: 4291GS