Sales Director

TieTalent; Chester; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the UK is seeking a Regional Sales & Operations Director to oversee significant P&L across the North-West. The role involves strategic planning, leadership, and driving growth while managing multiple depot locations. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing or related sectors and a proven track record in leadership and process transformation.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Cash health plan

Contributory pension scheme

Death in service

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or similar business.
• Leadership of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage 4-6 depot locations with £80 million P&L.
• Lead, coach, and motivate operational and sales teams.
• Implement sales strategies for profitable growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Commercial Acumen

Process Transformation

Job description

Job Title: Regional Sales & Operations Director

We are a global, private equity-backed corporate business operating at a fast pace, serving demanding customers in the construction, healthcare, and education markets. We are seeking a Regional Sales & Operations Director to oversee approximately £80 million P&L across the North-West of England.

Compensation & Benefits

• Basic Salary: £110,000 - £130,000
• 30% STIP
• Benefits include:
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday
• Cash health plan
• Contributory pension scheme
• Death in service

Location & Commutable Areas

Home-based, covering regions such as Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton, etc.

Job Description

As a Regional Sales & Operations Director, you will direct the operational and strategic course for your region, ensuring smooth operations and driving significant growth. You should possess strong commercial acumen, strategic planning skills, and the ability to lead process transformations while exceeding customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 4-6 depot locations, circa £80 million P&L with £30 million EBITDA, overseeing operational and sales teams.
• Lead, coach, and motivate 7-10 direct and indirect colleagues, focusing on people development and succession planning.
• Implement sales strategies to ensure profitable growth with key clients, including major construction contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture, leading transformational change emphasizing safety, service, quality, cost, and delivery.

Person Specification

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or similar business, such as construction, food, automotive, or pharmaceuticals, preferably within larger corporations.
• Leadership of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect team members.
• Approachable and visible management style, familiar with every team member in the region.
• Control of a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Experience with continuous improvement, transformational change, and M&A activities.

About the Company

We are a leading supplier to major industries, with a UK turnover of approximately £250 million and multiple acquisitions in recent years. The year 2025 is expected to bring new challenges and opportunities.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner for this role, and all applications should be directed through us.