Sales Director
About the job:
Build success with us
Do you want to be a key figure in the growth of an ambitious organization? As a Sales Director, you get the unique opportunity to build a sales department from scratch, form a team according to your vision, and contribute to revenue growth and client relationship management at the same time. With a sharp eye for both strategy and execution, you make a difference in a market that is constantly evolving.
How you drive growth
As Sales Director, your focus is on building and strengthening our sales team, while actively working towards achieving commercial goals. You will split your time between establishing and coaching your team and hands-on contributing to sales activities. Your leadership creates a culture where targets are met without losing the balance between performance and team spirit.
Your responsibilities:
- Assemble a sales team and coach them to excel in client relationship management and business development.
- Maintain long-term relationships with key accounts and strategic partners in the construction sector. This is done with the goal of generating new business and strengthening collaborations.
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue goals and market share.
- Encourage collaboration across all departments to achieve cultural change. Transform the production company into a customer-focused organisation.
- Monitor KPIs and steer towards customer satisfaction, margin, and revenue.
About us
We provide a full range of products and services, including design, production, installation, maintenance, and repair of loading solutions like dock levellers. Our mission: to make buildings smarter and more sustainable, always providing that extra bit of service for our customers. For over 50 years, customers have trusted our safe and efficient solutions.
Working with us means being part of an open and committed culture with a lot of responsibility and direct lines to management. You will work alongside 20 dedicated colleagues in the sales team in the UK, where strong customer relationships are at the core. With our high-quality products that have proven themselves in the market, you provide immediate confidence to our customers. Our competitive prices and excellent service make your work even more effective.
Do you recognize yourself in this?
You are a natural leader with a proven track record in sales and team building. You understand the dynamics of client relationship management and know how to motivate and grow a team.
What you bring:
- Strong networking skills and experience working with architects and construction managers.
- At least 5 years of experience in a commercial and leadership role, with demonstrable success in achieving revenue targets.
- Affinity with cultural change and transforming a production company into a customer-focused organisation.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and data analysis for strategic decision-making.
Additionally, you bring:
- Decisiveness and strategic insight, combined with a hands-on mentality.
- Technical insight is a plus, but not a requirement.
What you can expect from us
- Salary of £80,000 - £90,000 gross per year.
- Commission scheme.
- 35-hour work week..
- 25 vacation days per year, including 3 days during the Christmas period, plus national holidays.
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional vacation days per year.
- Extra leave for special occasions.
- Hybrid working possible after completing the probationary period.
- Lease budget of approximately £800 per month for a petrol, hybrid, or fully electric car.
- The latest version of the iPhone to support your work.
- Full salary payment for 8 weeks and 50% payment for an additional 8 weeks after completing the probationary period in case of illness after probation
- Life insurance.
- Gym membership contribution.
- Meal allowance for work-related overnight stays.
- Training budget for professional growth.
Here is your work location (hybrid role):
Penistone Road
Kirkburton,
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD8 0LF
United Kingdom
This is your region:
United Kingdom
Are you the Sales Director who makes a difference? Apply today!
We are curious about you! Do you have any questions about the role or the application process?
Contact our recruiter Bianca van Esch via phone number +31 612 7124 or email b.v.esch@loading-systems.com