Head of Sales (Engineering)

Head of Sales (Engineering)

Crewkerne, Somerset

Salary: up to £80,000 Basic

Working hours: 8.00am – 5.00pm (Monday – Thursday), Friday 08:00 – 2.30pm.

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is hiring on behalf of their client for a Head of Sales (Engineering & Manufacturing) based in Crewkerne, Somerset. The role is fully office-based.


About the client: They are a company with traditions and heritage, but also forward-thinking and constantly evolving to meet the demands of an ever-changing business environment.  Their designs are used in a wide number of applications across multiple sectors, working with many companies across the world with a focus on medium to large manufacturers.

THE ROLE

With the business in a strong position to drive growth both in their existing markets and new areas, particularly given the development of a new product giving specific differentiation from the competitor base. The new Head of Sales will be expected to proactively drive sales in a hands on manner, being particularly focussed on developing and growing customer relationships.

DUTIES OF THE HEAD OF SALES:

• A demonstrable understanding of a consultative, customer focused sales approach.
• Highly proactive – able to take the lead in generating new business through direct engagement with customers
• A strong technical background – able to manage a highly technical sell, often dealing with engineers as well as commercial stakeholders
• Previous Sales Management experience, ideally with experience in power transmission and control.
• Experience of managing the entire sales process from prospecting, making contact, right through to completion and delivery.
• Experience of working with and generating sales with OEM’s
• An excellent people manager, able to support and develop the existing sales team and grow a high performing sales organisation.
• International experience. Particularly in major European markets. Able to both sell in Europe and manage remote employees.
• Highly proactive and comfortable driving sales using up to date technologies and techniques.
• Able to bring quick results and hit the ground running due to an established relevant network of contacts
   

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Candidates will be considered from a range of manufacturing backgrounds. It would be helpful to have knowledge of motors and transmissions, although this is not essential.
• Commercially sound. Able to take sensible commercial decisions and focus on revenue.
• A strong team player, able to work effectively with colleagues and various stakeholders within complex customers.
• Locally based and willing to be office based, whilst also happy to commit to UK, European and potentially global travel.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary.
• Private Health Scheme.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Parking onsite.
• Company pension.

The closing date is 20TH February 2024.

 Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client. To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to (url removed)