Sales Director

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Stoke-on-Trent; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Sales Director / Operations Director to oversee significant P&L across the North-West of England. This role demands a dynamic leader with a strong commercial acumen and a balanced sales and operations background. You will direct operations, implement strategies, and lead a motivated team to exceed customer expectations while promoting a safety-first culture. This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth in a fast-paced environment, making a tangible impact on the company's success while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Cash Health plan

Contributory Pension Scheme

Death in service

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or similar environments.
• Leadership of direct and indirect team members with a focus on growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial operations of 4-6 depot locations with £80 million P&L.
• Implement sales strategies to achieve profitable growth with key clients.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Leadership

Sales Strategy Implementation

Process Improvement

Safety Management

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. We are seeking a Regional Sales Director / Operations Director to oversee approximately £80 million P&L across the North-West of England. The ideal candidate will demonstrate collaborative leadership, strategic insight, and possess 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, with potential bases in Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton, etc.

Job Description:

As Regional Sales Director / 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 improvements, and exceeding customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage commercial operations of 4-6 depot locations, circa £80 million P&L with £30 million EBITDA.
2. Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct and indirect colleagues, focusing on people development and succession planning.
3. Implement sales strategies to achieve profitable growth with key clients, including major construction contractors.
4. Promote a safety-first culture, leading transformational change emphasizing safety, service, quality, and cost management.
5. Operate effectively within a high-demand environment, delivering performance under pressure.

Person Specification:

Alignment with our values is essential, including ownership, accountability, results-driven approach, and safety focus. You should demonstrate:

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or similar environment, such as construction, food, automotive, pharmaceuticals, preferably within larger corporations.
• Leadership of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect team members.
• Visible, approachable management style with strong knowledge and accountability.
• Control of 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 a leading global supplier to major industries, generating approximately £250 million in the UK, with multiple acquisitions last year. The upcoming years will present significant challenges and opportunities.

Interested?

Please click apply to submit your application. An acknowledgment will be sent upon receipt.

Note:

Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner for this role. Direct applications to the client or through agencies will be forwarded to us.

Ref: MH17973, Wallace Hind Selection