Commercial Sales Director

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Commercial Sales Director to lead sales and commercial functions. This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing strategic initiatives that drive revenue growth, maximise profitability and expand market share within a forward thinking market leading manufacturing group.

What’s in it for you as a Commercial Sales Director?

• A Salary of £90,000
• £7,200 Car Allowance per annum
• Bonus of upto 30%
• Double Figure pension
• Location – Ipswich
• 2 x Death in service
• Private Healthcare – Option to add family
• Monday – Friday working 3/4 days on site

Key Responsibilities of you as a Commercial Sales Director

• Lead the development and execution of sales strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets and oversee sales performance, analyse reports and ensure financial objectives are met while mitigating commercial risks
• Identify new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking and market analysis and to be able to allocate and optimise sales resources to maximise productivity and revenue potential
• Build, develop and mentor high performing sales and commercial teams within the business
• Oversee the end to end management of tenders and contracts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission

Skills & Experience of a Commercial Sales Director

• Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role (Sales Director, Head of Sales or similar)
• Strong track record of delivering revenue growth and achieving targets with excellent leadership and team development capabilities
• Highly commercial mindset with strong analytical and numerical skills
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial approach with the ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities working with Tier 1 firms
• Experience managing key accounts and closing complex sales contracts