Sales Director

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Regional Sales Director to oversee operations and drive growth across the North-West of England. This role demands a leader with strong commercial acumen and a proven ability to implement effective sales strategies while managing significant P&L responsibilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leading teams to exceed customer expectations and promote a culture of safety and quality. With a generous salary package and numerous benefits, this opportunity offers the chance to make a substantial impact in a leading global business.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Cash Health plan

Contributory Pension Scheme

Death in service

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or related industries.
• Proven track record in managing large P&L accounts.

Responsibilities

• Direct operational and strategic course for the North-West region.
• Lead and develop a team of sales and operations professionals.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Team Leadership

Sales Strategy Implementation

Operational Management

Transformational Change

Job description

As a global, private equity-backed corporate business, we operate at a fast pace, serving demanding customers in the construction, healthcare, and education markets. As the Regional Director / Sales Director, 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.

BASIC 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

COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS:

Covering the North West of the UK, based anywhere in the region, e.g., Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton, etc.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Regional Sales Director and Operations Director. You will direct the operational and strategic course for your region, ensuring smooth operations and driving growth. The role requires a dynamic leader with strong commercial acumen, capable of implementing strategies, leading process transformations, and exceeding customer expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage 4-6 depot locations with circa £80 million P&L and £30 million EBITDA, leading operations and sales professionals.
• Lead, coach, motivate, and develop a team of 7-10 direct and indirect colleagues, focusing on people development and succession planning.
• Implement sales strategies to ensure profitable growth with major clients, such as construction contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture, driving transformational change with emphasis on safety, service, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Operate in a high-demand environment with high expectations from private equity ownership, recognizing the pressure and rewards involved.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Alignment with our values is essential, especially ownership, accountability, results-driven approach, and safety consciousness. You should demonstrate experience in:

• Fast-paced manufacturing or related industries (construction, food, automotive, pharmaceuticals) within larger corporations.
• Leading teams of 5-10 direct and over 60 indirect reports.
• A management style that is visible, approachable, knowledgeable, and accountable, with familiarity with regional team engagement.
• Managing a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Experience with continuous improvement, transformational change, and M&A integration.

THE COMPANY:

One of the world's leading suppliers to major industries, with a UK turnover of approximately £250 million and multiple acquisitions last year. The challenges and opportunities of 2025 are anticipated to be significant.

INTERESTED?

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NOTE:

Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner for this role. Any direct applications to the client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded to us.

REF:

MH17973, Wallace Hind Selection