Strategic Sales Director, Under Water Systems UK

Thales Group; Henstridge; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Annual bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteer day

Job summary

Thales Group seeks an experienced Sales Director to lead the growth agenda for the Under Water Systems UK business. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will shape and deliver the sales strategy across the UK and key international export markets, identifying opportunities, building senior customer relationships and driving sustainable growth.

The role requires a proven track record in defence or related complex sectors, with experience working with government and military customers, and the

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering growth within defence, aerospace, security, technology or similarly complex sectors.
• Experience working with government, military or major industrial customers.
• Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Success operating within complex, matrix organisations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the UWS UK sales and growth strategy.
• Drive profitable growth through achievement of Order Intake, revenue and market share objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across the UK Ministry of Defence, international customers, partners and industry leaders.
• Lead the pursuit of strategic UK and export opportunities.
• Work closely with Bid, Capture, Commercial and Account teams to secure successful business outcomes.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing and inclusive sales team.

Skills

Strategic Sales Leadership

Defence Sector Experience

Government/Military Customers

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Matrix Organisation

Job description

Thales Group seeks an experienced Sales Director to lead the growth agenda for the Under Water Systems UK business. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will shape and deliver the sales strategy across the UK and key international export markets, identifying opportunities, building senior customer relationships and driving sustainable growth.

The role requires a proven track record in defence or related complex sectors, with experience working with government and military customers, and the