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Head of Sales

Zachary Daniels
Manchester Full-time GBP 80,000 – 90,000
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Head of Sales | Building Materials

£80,000 to £90,000 + Bonus + Package UK Wide

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of sales to join a growing business within the building materials sector. This role offers the chance to take full ownership of national sales performance and play a key role in driving commercial growth across the UK.

The Head of Sales will lead and develop a field based sales team, setting clear direction, building capability, and ensuring consistent delivery against sales targets. This is a highly visible role, working closely with senior leadership to shape strategy, identify new opportunities, and strengthen the company's position in the market.

As Head of Sales, you will be responsible for managing key customer relationships, developing new business, and ensuring a strong and consistent approach across all regions. You will also play a key role in embedding a positive, high performance culture within the sales team.

Key responsibilities of the Head of Sales include:

  • Leading, coaching, and developing a national sales team

  • Driving revenue growth and improving overall commercial performance

  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key customers

  • Identifying and developing new business opportunities

  • Supporting negotiations and managing key commercial agreements

  • Working closely with internal teams to ensure a consistent customer experience

  • Monitoring performance and implementing strategies to improve results

  • Contributing to the wider business strategy and growth plans

Requirements for the Head of Sales:
  • Experience in a Head of Sales or senior sales leadership role

  • Background within building materials, construction, or a related sector

  • Proven ability to lead and develop successful sales teams

  • Strong track record of delivering sales growth and achieving targets

  • Commercially aware with experience managing pricing and margins

  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels

  • Self motivated with a proactive and results driven approach

  • Strong organisational and analytical skills

This Head of Sales role would suit a driven and ambitious sales leader looking to make a real impact within a dynamic and growing business.

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