K3548 - Head of Vendor Sales - UK, Midlands Preferred (Hybrid) - Asset Finance

New Leaf Search Ltd.; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of flexible B2B funding solutions in the UK is seeking a Head of Vendor Sales. This role involves leading sales teams, implementing sales strategies, and fostering vendor relationships. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of industry experience, with at least 5 years in sales management, and a proven track record in vendor finance. The position is hybrid, with a preference for candidates in the Midlands.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Bonus opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 10+ years industry experience including 5+ years in a sales management role.
• Proven vendor finance expertise and strong funding source relationships.
• Skilled presenter and communicator with business strategy experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage sales teams to meet development needs.
• Deliver agreed sales strategy and achieve business targets.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships alongside account managers.

Skills

Sales management

Vendor finance expertise

Financial analysis

Strong communication skills

Leadership ability

Job description

Overview

K3548 - Head of Vendor Sales - Asset Finance UK: Midlands Preferred (Hybrid - other locations considered)

Excellent salary, bonus & benefits

New Leaf Search has partnered with a UK market-leading provider of flexible B2B funding solutions in its search for a Head of Vendor Sales.

Reporting to the Sales Director, this role is responsible for devising and delivering the sales strategy, driving optimum sales productivity, and ensuring performance meets required objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and manage sales teams, ensuring headcount, training and development needs are met
• Deliver agreed sales strategy and achieve business targets
• Build and maintain new and existing vendor relationships alongside account managers
• Identify, analyse and pursue new market opportunities
• Represent the business professionally, ensuring compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements
• Network extensively within the industry to maintain a strong company and personal profile

Key Result Areas

• Achievement of sales performance targets
• Satisfaction levels of introducers and vendors
• Strong, effective internal and external stakeholder relationships

Person Specification

• 10+ years industry experience, including 5+ years in a sales management role
• Proven vendor finance expertise with strong funding source relationships
• Adaptable and commercially astute in high-paced, complex situations
• Skilled presenter, communicator and influencer, with ability to drive business strategy
• Deep knowledge of industry regulations, legal and tax implications of products
• Extensive industry network and strong reputation across the sector
• Strong financial analysis skills, including interpretation of audited accounts
• Collaborative management style with proven leadership ability
• UK in-country experience essential

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