Sales Director

Sesam; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental and scientific company is looking for a Sales Director based in Aylesbury. This role involves shaping the international sales strategy and driving business growth. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in sales within scientific or laboratory equipment markets. The package includes a base salary of up to £90,000, hybrid working options, and significant benefits including a company car, pension contribution, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

25 days annual leave + UK Bank Holidays

Private medical insurance

10% pension contribution

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading sales in scientific or laboratory equipment markets.
• Strong track record of growing revenue across global territories.
• Experience managing international accounts and channel partners.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver ambitious commercial strategies.
• Drive new business growth and customer acquisition worldwide.
• Lead global key account and channel partner management.

Skills

Leading sales in scientific markets

Growing revenue across global territories

Managing international accounts

Understanding of laboratory operations

Commercial acumen in forecasting

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Advanced qualifications in Business

Job description

Overview

Sales Director, Laboratory Equipment – Location: Aylesbury. Hybrid working + international travel. Contract: Permanent | Full-time | 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri). Salary: Up to £90,000 basic + package including 10% pension contribution, bonus, car allowance and more.

An exciting opportunity to join a global environmental and scientific company in a senior leadership role responsible for shaping international sales strategy, driving business growth, and delivering innovative solutions that support a more sustainable future.

What you’ll be doing

• Design and deliver ambitious commercial strategies
• Drive new business growth and customer acquisition worldwide
• Lead global key account and channel partner management
• Collaborate with Marketing & R&D to align sales with innovation
• Guide product development strategy
• Track performance against KPIs and ensure commercial success
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing global sales team

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience leading sales in scientific or laboratory equipment markets
• Strong track record of growing revenue across global territories
• Experience managing international accounts and channel partners
• Solid understanding of laboratory operations and instrumentation
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in forecasting and budgeting

Desirable

• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science
• Advanced qualifications in Business, Engineering, or related fields

What’s in it for you?

• Up to £90k basic salary + superb package
• Company car or cash allowance
• Hybrid working (HQ in Aylesbury) + international travel
• 25 days annual leave + UK Bank Holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Private medical insurance + GP access
• 10% pension contribution
• Genuine career growth opportunities in a global organisation

Apply now: click the apply button below for an immediate interview, or contact Jon at JS Selection.