Job Description
Are you an experienced sales leader with a track record of managing long sales cycles and leading high-performing teams across wide territories If so, we would love to hear from you.
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Head of UK Sales to join their team.
Salary: £(phone number removed) per annum, dependent on experience
Location: Reading, Remote
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Our client:
Our client is a global leader in providing high-value capital equipment solutions that support industries such as automotive and aerospace. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, their products are essential to the performance and success of manufacturers and suppliers across these sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced sales leader to spearhead sales efforts in the UK and Ireland.
Head of UK Sales - The role:
Our client is looking for a commercially minded and dynamic senior sales professional to lead their national sales function. The successful candidate will be instrumental in aligning teams, driving strategic initiatives, and executing a focused growth plan across core sectors to deliver measurable impact.
Head of UK Sales Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement sales transformation strategies for target markets to drive growth.
- Lead the in-house sales team by setting clear KPIs, providing strategic direction, and fostering a high-performance culture
- Identify and secure new business opportunities with automotive OEMs, tier suppliers, and aerospace manufacturers
- Manage the complete sales cycle from lead generation through to negotiation and closure
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers to ensure long-term partnerships and repeat business
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to align product offerings with customer needs and support seamless solution delivery
- Provide sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and performance reports to senior leadership
- Monitor market trends and the competitive landscape to refine strategies and support ongoing commercial success
Head of UK Sales Person specification:
- 5+ years experience selling high-value capital equipment is essential to the role
- Proven track record managing long and complex sales cycles
- Experience selling into the automotive or aerospace sectors
- Demonstrated team leadership and management experience
- Willingness to travel as required for client and team engagement
Head of UK Sales Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Generous bonus structure linked to strategic sales targets
- A strategic leadership role with high visibility and impact
- Car allowance
- Life assurance
- Flexibility to work from home with travel as required
To register your interest in this exciting Head of UK Sales opportunity, please click "Apply Now" to submit your CV.
Please note: Only candidates who meet the outlined criteria will be considered for the role. Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually.
