National Sales Manager

Dawsongroup Plc; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset rental company in the UK is seeking a National Sales Manager to shape its new Energy Solutions business. You will lead sales growth, develop customer relationships, and influence business strategies. Proven success in energy solutions sales, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work autonomously are essential. This role offers significant autonomy and clear progression opportunities in a growing market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in energy solutions sales.
• Track record of delivering sales results.
• Experience in asset-based rental advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales growth to achieve revenue targets.
• Build relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Develop business plans and marketing strategies.
• Refine supply chain and evolve product offering.
• Negotiate commercial agreements with stakeholders.

Skills

Proven sales success in energy solutions

Strong commercial negotiation skills

Established portfolio of customers

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

About this Role

We are looking for a National Sales Manager to play a leading part in shaping and driving the future of our newly established Dawsongroup Energy Solutions business. Reporting into the Managing Director, you will have the autonomy to build a strong customer base, develop our product portfolio, and deliver ambitious growth plans.

• Lead sales growth and achieve agreed revenue targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
• Develop business plans, growth strategies and marketing activity
• Refine the supply chain and evolve the product offering to stay ahead of the market
• Promoting the services of other Dawsongroup businesses raising intercompany leads as appropriate
• Lead negotiating of commercial agreements with key stakeholders

About You

You are a confident and commercially minded leader who thrives in a role where you can influence, build, and grow. You bring with you proven experience and an existing network in the energy solutions sector, with a track record of delivering sales results.

• Proven sales success in energy solutions, power, or cooling sectors
• Established portfolio of customers across sectors
• Strong commercial negotiation and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to work autonomously, setting and delivering on strategy
• Experience in asset‑based rental would be advantageous

About Us

Dawsongroup has been in business for over 90 years as a family‑owned company and more than 50 years in asset rentals. Recently acquired by KKR, we are entering a new phase of growth and opportunity. With over 1,000 employees across 11 countries and a fleet of 32,000+ assets, we are trusted by some of the biggest names in industry to deliver resilience and agility through smarter asset strategy.

• Market‑leading asset rental business in the UK and Europe
• Significant investment into low and zero carbon technologies
• A business built on integrity, customer focus, and innovation
• A culture where people grow together, think bigger, and own their actions

About Your Future

This is a rare opportunity to join a new business unit at its inception and shape its success. With autonomy, support, and clear progression into senior management, this role is designed for someone who wants to leave their mark on a business with global ambition.