Sales Director

Rhino; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automotive group in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Sales Director to lead business development and manage the sales team. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and negotiation skills, fostering relationships with clients. Key responsibilities include researching market trends, building a successful sales pipeline, and attending industry events. This full-time position offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 with uncapped commission and employee health benefits, alongside 25 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Head of Sales or Sales Director in the automotive industry.
• 5 years experience in business development is required.
• 5 years experience in communication, project planning, and presentation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sales team and develop revenue growth.
• Research industry trends to identify business opportunities.
• Build strong long-term relationships with clients.
• Attend networking events to connect with prospective clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Planning skills

Tech-savvy

Market knowledge

Tools

CRM management tool

Job description

Company Overview

Rhino is a group of automotive businesses specialising in Events, Marketing, and Technology based in the United Kingdom, serving multiple international markets such as Europe, Middle East and USA. 2026 is the 30th anniversary of Rhino so it will be a big year of celebration within the business.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Sales Director to join our growing, dynamic management team.

As the Sales Director spearhead the new business development for the group, attracting new customers as well as developing the revenue growth of our existing client base. You will research industry trends and use the insights to identify business opportunities in new and existing markets. You will monitor customer feedback closely to ensure the business delivers the best products and services possible; and attend business events to learn more about the industry and network with other professionals and potential clients.

Some of your duties will include

• Managing the sales team
• Nurturing our existing client base as well as focusing on new business
• Arranging meetings with prospective clients
• Building strong long‑term relationships with new and existing customers
• Researching and attend networking opportunities to connect with prospective clients.
• Understanding our competitors landscape and know what places Rhino Groups products above everyone else.
• Building an accurate sales pipeline
• Managing your own forecast using our CRM management tool

What we're looking for

• An ambitious, organised and motivated self‑starter who has excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proven working experience as a Head Of Sales or Sales Director, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Someone with time management and planning skills
• An individual who is ready to hit the ground running
• Someone who is tech‑savvy and has market knowledge
• Ready to contribute your own ideas and take on new areas of ownership as the role develops - We’re young and ambitious and everyone has their part to play!

Salary & Benefits

• Permanent contract.
• £55,000 - £65,000 per annum dependant on experience along with an uncapped commission plan.
• Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:30pm, predominantly office based (Hyde, Greater Manchester) with flexible working.
• 25 days holidays per year, plus additional bank holidays, and time off over Christmas & New Year as the offices close.
• 4% employer pension contributions. 8% in total.
• Employee health benefits with WPA following a successful 6‑month probation period.

Join Rhino Group and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions will make a significant impact on the success of our products and services. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with us!

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free On‑site parking

Experience

• Business development: 5 year (required)
• Communication skills: 5 year (preferred)
• Project planning: 5 year (preferred)
• Presentation skills: 5 year (preferred)

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Hyde SK14 2EP

Application deadline

31/01/2025