UK Sales Director

Confidential; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Bonus

Job summary

Confidential in the West Midlands is seeking a UK Sales Director to lead and shape sales activities across industrial, manufacturing, and retail sectors. The role offers potential progression to MD and focuses on influencing the sales direction, building major client relationships, and driving growth from a leadership position.

Key responsibilities include setting priorities, developing and executing plans, managing the sales pipeline, and collaborating with logistics to align delivery with

Qualifications

• Experience leading sales activities in high-volume environments.
• Ability to develop and execute commercial strategies.
• Strong customer relationship and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set sales priorities and develop plans to drive growth.
• Build and maintain key customer relationships and understand client needs.
• Prepare and present commercial proposals and coordinate with logistics on delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Key account management

Job description

The client is seeking a UK Sales Director to lead and shape sales activities within the organization, which supplies high-volume finished components to sectors such as industrial, manufacturing, and retail. This newly created position offers the opportunity to influence the direction of the sales function and contribute to the overall growth of the business, with potential for career progression into a Managing Director role. The role is based in the West Midlands.

The UK Sales Director will be responsible for setting sales priorities, developing and executing sales plans, and managing the sales pipeline to drive commercial performance. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining strong customer relationships, understanding client needs, preparing and presenting commercial proposals, and collaborating with logistics teams to ensure customer expectations align with delivery arrangements. The role also involves reviewing sales performance and implementing improvements based on findings, as well as representing the business in professional commercial discussions.

Ideal candidates will have experience leading sales activities, developing commercial strategies, and managing customer relationships within a high-volume environment. A proven ability to identify new business opportunities, prepare proposals, and handle commercial negotiations is essential. The position offers a competitive salary, company car, and bonus, reflecting the level of experience and contribution expected in this leadership role.