Sales and Marketing Director

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in Birmingham is seeking a Sales and Marketing Director. The ideal candidate will develop strategies to expand the client base and lead contract negotiations. Experience in the NHS or private healthcare sector is essential, along with strong business development skills. This field-based role requires travel and collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the NHS or private healthcare sector, ideally in mental health or social care.
• Proven experience in business development or sales within private healthcare, NHS, or Local Authority.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop business development strategies to expand client base.
• Create and execute a sales plan to meet targets.
• Lead tenders, bids, and contract negotiations.

Skills

Business development

Sales strategy

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Market analysis

Job description

In this pivotal leadership role you will be the driving force behind Prometheus' growth. You will identify opportunities, win new contracts and secure our position as the trusted partner for secure transportation and complex care services.

Main duties of the job

• Developing and implementing business development strategies to expand our client base and market share
• Creating and executing a strategic sales plan to meet and exceed targets
• Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for service growth
• Leading tenders, bids and contract negotiations to secure favourable terms
• Creating targeted marketing materials and campaigns that enhance brand recognition
• Representing Prometheus at industry events and positioning the company as a thought leader
• Proactively seeking new business opportunities through networking and market research
• Providing accurate sales forecasts and market insights to the leadership team
• Mentoring and managing the business development team to achieve strategic goals

About us

We are not just moving people from A to B. We deliver safe, dignified and highly specialised secure transportation and complex care services that solve real challenges for NHS Trusts, Local Authorities and independent care providers across the UK.

Job responsibilities

At Prometheus, we believe every journey matters - lead ours into the future.

We are looking for a results driven Sales and Marketing Director with the energy, ambition and tenacity to open doors, win contracts and position Prometheus as the first choice solution in our sector.

You will combine strategic thinking with hands on sales activity from leading compelling tender pitches and building influential networks to crafting campaigns that showcase our value. If you thrive on turning opportunities into long term partnerships and can inspire clients to choose us, this is your chance to take the wheel of our growth journey.

This is a field based role with regional travel and flexibility to meet business needs. You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to deliver on our ambitious growth plans.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the NHS and or private healthcare sector, ideally in the mental health or social care field

Experience

• Proven experience in business development, marketing or sales, ideally within private healthcare, NHS or Local Authority commissioning.
• Track record of winning high-value contracts and building long-term client relationships
• Experience leading tender processes, bid writing and contract negotiations
• Excellent ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders including senior decision makers
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously
• Commercial mindset with strong analytical, negotiation and presentation skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all organisational levels
• Management or leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.