Sales Director

Role overview

A well-established engineering company known for its technical capability is hiring an experienced Sales Director to guide the commercial side of the business through a period of growth and investment. Reporting to the Managing Director, this senior leadership position carries end-to-end ownership of sales strategy, revenue results, customer development, and the performance of the sales team.

The role will suit a commercially focused sales leader with a background in engineering, manufacturing, industrial, or technical solutions, who wants to make a meaningful impact in a respected and expanding organisation.

What you will do

• Create and execute the company’s sales and wider business growth plan.
• Manage, coach, and develop a strong-performing sales team.
• Increase revenue through both new customer wins and growth within key accounts.
• Handle forecasting, pipeline oversight, budgeting, and sales performance reporting.
• Spot and pursue new opportunities in the engineering market.
• Develop trusted relationships with major clients, stakeholders, and strategic partners.
• Put effective sales processes, KPIs, and commercial controls in place.
• Partner with senior leaders to deliver long-term business goals.

Requirements

• Substantial senior sales leadership experience in engineering, manufacturing, industrial, or technical environments.
• Clear evidence of growing revenue and leading sales teams successfully.
• Background in complex, solution-led sales processes.
• Strong commercial judgement, with solid negotiation and influencing ability.
• Comfortable presenting and operating with board members and senior stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker who also takes a practical, hands-on approach.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level pay.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Hybrid working setup.
• Private medical cover.
• Improved employer pension contribution.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunities for long-term career development.
• Supportive and collaborative leadership culture.
• Chance to join a financially stable engineering business with ambitious growth plans.

Additional information

This is a strong opportunity for an ambitious Sales Director to join a respected engineering business, influence commercial direction, help shape growth, and contribute meaningfully to future success.