Group Sales Director

* To be considered for this role, you will need prior experience working at a senior level as a Sales Director or Commercial Director within a business that sells engineered products with a large product list and living no further than 1 hour from Banbury (Or already relocating to an area that is 1 hour from Banbury). If you do not have this experience and location, please do not apply.

Group Sales Director

Salary: £100k to £120k, plus up to 12% management bonus and up to £15k leadership bonus

Benefits: Company Car or Car Allowance, 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after five years), UK bank holidays, Holiday Buying Scheme, and more benefits discussed at the interview stage.

Location and Travel: Head Office in Oxfordshire with travel to Buckinghamshire, Birmingham, and North West Midlands. Meeting customers across the UK. Potentially one night away in UK per week and 2-3 days international travel per month.

The company: A thriving, privately owned engineering business delivering high-quality products to the Automotive, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors globally. Our success story is built on innovation, excellence, and a commitment to growth.

The Role: As our Group Sales & Marketing Director, you'll be a key player on our Leadership Board, shaping and driving our sales and marketing strategy. Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director, your charismatic leadership will inspire a team of 30, including five direct reports, across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a forward-thinking Sales and Marketing Strategy in line with our business objectives.
• Team Empowerment: Lead and mentor your team, fostering a motivated and high-performing environment.
• Sales & Marketing Mastery: Oversee all sales, marketing, and product management activities, ensuring targets are met and exceeded.
• Collaborative Synergy: Work closely with fellow directors to ensure cohesive strategy execution.
• Client Engagement: Drive growth by building strong relationships with existing and new clients, ensuring our services meet their evolving needs.
• Performance Excellence: Monitor and present business performance, addressing risks and opportunities with proactive measures.
• Market Expansion: Manage and set objectives for sales agents in export territories, driving international growth.
• Innovative Marketing: Lead both trade and digital marketing efforts to elevate our brand presence.
• KPI and Budget Management: Establish KPIs and manage budgets, ensuring accurate monthly reporting and financial oversight.

What You Bring:

• Proven Leadership: Extensive experience in a senior Sales Director role within a similar-sized organization.
• Sales Savvy: Demonstrated success in selling a diverse range of physical products, with keen commercial insight.
• Engaging Management: A track record of inspiring and leading teams to achieve outstanding results.
• Exceptional Communicator: Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic Visionary: Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a hands-on approach.
• Results-Driven: A proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, with a solid understanding of ERP systems.
• Ready to Travel: A valid passport and driving license for travel.

Join us and be a part of a dynamic, innovative team where your leadership will drive our future success. Apply now to make a significant impact in a growing engineering business!

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