Sales Director

Morgan Ryder Associates; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing firm based in Preston is seeking an experienced Sales Director to lead the UK sales operation. This role involves developing a strategy, managing a dynamic sales team, and fostering strong customer relationships to drive growth. The ideal candidate has a robust background in manufacturing sales and demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams. A competitive salary of £90,000 plus an attractive bonus and benefits are on offer.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Structured career development pathways

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sales Director or Senior Sales Leader within manufacturing.
• Strong track record of delivering revenue growth.
• Commercially savvy with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the UK sales team to exceed growth and revenue targets.
• Create and execute strategic sales plans across UK and international markets.
• Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Strategy

Communication

Negotiation

Customer Relationship Management

Job description

Sales Director - Manufacturing

Location: Preston, UK - must be within commutable distance
Salary: £90,000 basic + up to 50% bonus
Benefits: Company car or allowance, pension, private medical insurance

Are you a commercially driven, hands-on Sales Director from a manufacturing background? We're looking for a strategic leader who can drive growth, inspire teams, and make a real impact within a global manufacturing business based in Preston.

Overview

We are an established global manufacturer with a reputation for quality, innovation, and excellence. Supplying into a diverse range of sectors, we continue to invest in our people, products, and processes to remain at the forefront of our industry.

The Opportunity

As Sales Director, you\'ll lead our UK sales operation from the front - taking ownership of the strategy while staying actively involved in key account development and high-value negotiations.

This is more than just a senior leadership position - it\'s a genuine opportunity to shape the future of our commercial strategy and play a critical role in the wider business. For the right candidate, this role offers structured career progression, with the potential to step into broader commercial or group leadership roles as we continue to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the UK sales team to exceed growth and revenue targets
• Create and execute strategic sales plans across UK and international markets
• Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders
• Identify new markets, sectors, and opportunities for expansion
• Collaborate closely with internal departments including marketing, operations, and product development
• Report regularly to the board on performance, forecasts, and commercial activity

About You

• Proven experience as a Sales Director or Senior Sales Leader within manufacturing
• A hands-on leader who thrives on driving performance and building strong customer relationships
• Strong track record of delivering revenue growth and developing high-performing teams
• Commercially savvy with excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills
• Willingness to travel as needed across the UK and internationally

What\u2019s On Offer

• £90,000 basic salary
• Up to 50% bonus (performance-based)
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• A key leadership role in a respected, growing international business
• Clear and structured career development, with pathways into executive and group-level roles

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.