Senior Director, Account Management Sales

Do you thrive in fast paced, growth minded organisations? Are you a Sales Leader with experience of working within the Automotive customer base, that likes to push boundaries, diversify and drive business growth? Parkinson Lee Executive Search are retained partners to a Global Engineering Group who are seeking to appoint a Global Sales Director. This individual will play a pivotal role in driving international sales growth, across core and diversified markets. This is a unique opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a high-performing, ambitious organisation during a significant period of growth and transformation. The Opportunity As Global Sales Director, you will be responsible for shaping and executing a global sales strategy that underpins the company\’s £200m+ growth target. This role demands a commercial leader with strong strategic vision, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering sustained, profitable growth in complex international environments across automotive / aerospace sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead all commercial activities across multiple business units Drive performance across global markets with full P&L responsibility. Identify new revenue opportunities and define entry strategies for emerging markets. Standardise and enhance global sales processes, systems, and reporting tools. Develop and lead a high-performing international sales team. Strengthen relationships with global OEMs and Tier 1 customers while expanding into new sectors. Oversee the integration and commercial success of new acquisitions. The Ideal Candidate A strategic, commercially-minded sales leader with extensive international experience. Proven success leading global sales functions and delivering significant revenue growth. Strong understanding of the automotive or aerospace manufacturing sector. Skilled at managing P&L, building high-performing teams, and driving change. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving global business. Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking organisation with a clear, ambitious growth strategy. Take on a leadership role with real influence and global impact. Work closely with an experienced senior leadership team. Competitive executive package and long-term career opportunity.