Description
An established, family-run business seeks an exceptional sales director to join their ranks as part of the ongoing ambitious growth journey.
The company is an inspired brand of contemporary bathroom products supplying retailers and merchants nationwide. This is in addition to the specification market working with architects, interior designers, and property developers. The company has an excellent reputation in the market and is well regarded for its product innovation, outstanding service, and distribution fulfilment.
The business has a five-year strategic plan and is realistically aiming for double-digit growth year-on-year with a view to turnover exceeding the 25m mark. As part of this exciting growth journey, they need a high-achieving sales director to provide and drive the sales strategies and to lead a national sales team of driven individuals that would benefit from ongoing coaching and training.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Build, coach, manage, and maintain a team of 10+ sales professionals comprising area sales managers, specification sales, and internal sales.
2. Devise, develop, and execute the sales strategy.
3. Seek out major clients and forge strong working relationships.
4. Analyse market trends and customer needs to inform product development and marketing strategies.
5. Monitor sales performance metrics and provide regular reporting to senior management.
Key Requirements:
1. Proven experience in a sales leadership role with a track record of delivering results and driving growth.
2. Must be highly analytical and data-driven.
3. Experience in the KBB sector is desirable but not essential.
4. Proficiency in sales technology and CRM systems (HubSpot preferred) to streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and drive informed decision-making.
Location:
This role has a nationwide remit, so applicants will be considered across the UK. However, the preferred candidate will be able to commit to a minimum of one day a week at the Head Office in the Warrington area.
Benefits:
Salary: £85,000 to £100,000 depending on experience.
Car or Car Allowance (executive level car / allowance).
Realistic and generous uncapped bonus scheme (monthly and annual).
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