Sales Manager / Head of Sales

OutThere RPO; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

OutThere RPO are supporting a client with their search for a Sales Manager or Head of Sales.

The overall purpose of this role is to understand, lead, inspire and embed yourself within the Sales, Account Management and New Business teams, working towards a 3-5 year scaling strategy for double-digit growth. Your primary objective is to get under the skin of all elements of the sales division and gain an understanding of pipeline opportunities while strategizing for the greater business plan. We hire against our Company Culture and Values:

Supportive

Honest

Accountable

Passionate

Excellence

If the phrase hungry, humble and smart resonates with you, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies that align with business goals and objectives.
2. Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team to exceed performance targets and enhance overall effectiveness.
3. Identify new market opportunities and spearhead initiatives to drive business growth.
4. Prepare and present detailed sales forecasts, budgets, and performance reports.
5. Collaborate with marketing and product development teams to ensure alignment on messaging and promotional strategies.
6. Implement training programs to continually develop the sales team's skills and product knowledge.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of managing successful sales teams.
2. Strong understanding of sales planning and strategy development.
3. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to analyze sales data and market trends to drive strategic decisions.
5. Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.

OutThere work as HR & Recruitment partners for the hiring organization and are an equal opportunities employer. Our clients value diversity and strive to be highly inclusive. No terminology within this advert is intended to discriminate. We believe that equality, diversity, and inclusion create an environment where everyone can achieve their full potential. Each applicant will be assessed based on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the job.

We do not accept CVs from recruitment agencies. All submissions must come directly from candidates.