Sales Director

WALLACE HIND SELECTION LIMITED; Derby; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Regional Sales Director / Operations Director to lead operations across the North-West of England. This pivotal role involves overseeing an £80 million P&L, driving growth, and implementing strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, a proven track record in team leadership, and experience in process transformation. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus, and a range of attractive benefits, including a car allowance and health plan. Join a forward-thinking company that values accountability and results-driven performance.

Benefits

Car Allowance

25 Days Holiday

Cash Health Plan

Contributory Pension Scheme

Death in Service

Qualifications

• Experience managing a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams of 5-10 direct and over 60 indirect employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial operations across 4-6 depot locations with an £80 million P&L.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct and indirect reports.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Strategic Planning

Process Transformation

Team Leadership

Sales Strategy Implementation

Continuous Improvement

Education

Experience in Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Experience in Construction Industry

Job description

Job Title: Regional Sales Director / Operations Director

As a global, private equity-backed corporate business, we operate at pace with demanding customers, supplying into the construction, healthcare, and education markets. We are seeking a Regional Sales Director / Operations Director to oversee approximately £80 million P&L across the North-West of England, demonstrating collaborative leadership, strategic awareness, and 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, covering the North West of the UK (e.g., Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton).

Job Description:

In this role, you will direct the operational and strategic course for your region, ensuring smooth operations and driving significant growth. The ideal candidate will possess robust commercial acumen, strategic planning skills, and experience in process transformation to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial operations across 4-6 depot locations with an £80 million P&L and £30 million EBITDA.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct and indirect reports, focusing on development and succession planning.
• Implement sales strategies to ensure profitable growth with key clients, including major construction contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture and lead transformational change emphasizing safety, service, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Operate under high performance expectations set by our private equity firm, with recognition for achievements.

Person Specification:

Our values emphasize ownership, accountability, results-driven approach, and safety-first mindset. You should demonstrate experience in:

• Fast-paced manufacturing or construction-related business, possibly in food, automotive, pharmaceuticals, or larger corporations.
• Leading and developing teams of 5-10 direct and over 60 indirect employees.
• A management style that is visible, approachable, knowledgeable, and accountable.
• Managing a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Experience with continuous improvement, transformational change, and M&A integration.

The Company:

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

Interested?

Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgment of your application.

Note:

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

Ref: MH17973, Wallace Hind Selection