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Sales Director (Northern
England) – Salary around £80k + 20% Bonus Potential
+ Benefits
Our client is a
major FMCG distributor, servicing around 5,000 wholesalers and retailers,
together with 15,000 sites for major brands such as Somerfield, Sainsbury’s,
Asda, Makro and the Post Office.
With sales of
circa £45m and a sales force of over 60, the business has recently been acquired
by a private equity investor. They now have the opportunity to capitalise on
their huge potential and have exciting plans for 2008 and beyond.
They require a
Sales Director; a candidate of the highest calibre is required to fulfil and
exceed our client’s expectations with this exciting and challenging opportunity.
The successful
individual will:
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Develop and implement the sales strategy to ensure the
organisation achieves its business objectives and financial targets.
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Be charged with driving business performance and
profitability through the continual development and direction of sales.
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Lead, motivate and develop the sales team, ensuring
that each individual is equipped and motivated to perform their role.
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Build strong, long-term client relationships with new
and existing customers; to develop a strong pipeline of revenue generating
opportunities, including new business and account management.
The successful
candidate will:
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Have a comprehensive understanding of the UK FMCG
market; particularly the multiples sector.
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Be an entrepreneurial, inspiring and professional team
player who will direct and motivate their team to deliver exceptional
results.
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Possess strong commercial skills and have a thorough
strategic approach.
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Be a principle participant at board level and have the
ability to work closely with other functions to generate a plan for their
area of the business.
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Demonstrate strong leadership skills and be an
inspirational figurehead in the business. Strong communications
interpersonal skills are essential.
A generous
package is offered in return for the very best candidate, including a
substantial bonus and clear succession plan for future success. Earnings
potential i.e. basic salary and bonus, is expected to be around £100k.
If this
description fits you and the role fits your aspirations, please email us your
CV, telling us why.
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