Sales Director

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, global private equity-backed company as a Regional Sales and Operations Director. In this pivotal role, you will oversee significant P&L responsibilities while driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence across the North-West of England. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, implement impactful sales strategies, and promote a culture of safety and quality. With a focus on growth and transformation, you will be at the forefront of exciting challenges in a thriving industry. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Cash Health plan

Contributory Pension Scheme

Death in service

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or related industries.
• Leadership of teams with high visibility and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial operations across multiple depot locations.
• Lead and motivate a team while focusing on development.
• Implement sales strategies for profitable growth.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Process Transformation

Safety Culture Promotion

Job description

As a global, private equity-backed corporate business, we operate at a fast pace with demanding customers, supplying into the construction, healthcare, and education markets.

Position: Regional Sales Director / Operations Director

In this role, you will oversee approximately £80 million P&L across the North-West of England, demonstrating collaborative leadership and strategic awareness with a balanced sales and operations background.

Salary: £110,000 - £130,000 + 30% STIP

Benefits:

• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday
• Cash Health plan
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Death in service

Location: Home-based

Coverage Area: The North West of the UK, including Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton, etc.

Job Description

As a Regional Sales and Operations Director, you will direct operational and strategic initiatives within your region, ensuring smooth operations and driving significant growth. A candidate with strong commercial acumen, strategic planning skills, and experience in process transformation is ideal.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage commercial operations of 4-6 depot locations, with circa £80 million P&L and £30 million EBITDA.
2. Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct and numerous indirect colleagues, focusing on development and succession planning.
3. Implement sales strategies to achieve profitable growth with key clients, including major construction contractors.
4. Promote a safety-first culture, leading transformational change emphasizing safety, quality, and service.
5. Operate within a high-performance environment with high expectations and rewards.

Person Specification

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or related industries, such as construction, food, automotive, or pharmaceuticals, preferably within larger corporations.
• Leadership of teams of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect reports.
• Approachable, knowledgeable management style with high visibility and accountability.
• Control of a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement, transformational change, and M&A integration.

About the Company

We are a leading global supplier to major industries, generating approximately £250 million in the UK with recent acquisitions. 2025 presents exciting challenges and opportunities.

Application Process

If interested, please click apply. An acknowledgment will be sent upon receipt of your application.

Note: Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner. Direct applications to the client or agencies will be forwarded to us.

Reference: MH17973, Wallace Hind Selection