At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the sales strategy for V33 and Libéron brands across retail, trade, and e-commerce.
- Company: Join a respected French family-owned manufacturer with a strong heritage.
- Benefits: Flexible location, genuine influence on strategy, and long-term progression opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for national travel and occasional visits to the head office.
- Why this job: Drive growth in a dynamic market with premium brands and international backing.
- Qualifications: Proven sales leader with experience in decorative paints, woodcare, or related sectors.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: England (flexible) | National remit | 1–2 days per month in the South East
Wilson Brook is partnering with V33 Group UK to recruit a Head of Sales to lead the next stage of growth across its V33 and Libéron brands. V33 Group is a successful French family-owned manufacturer of decorative coatings, woodcare and surface renovation products, with established operations across Europe and products sold in more than 30 countries. The UK business combines strong retail relationships, growing e-commerce performance and significant untapped potential within the professional trade market.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the UK Managing Director, you will take ownership of the UK sales strategy across retail, trade and e-commerce. Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing the UK sales team
- Managing national and key account relationships
- Driving new distribution across DIY retail, builders’ merchants and decorator centres
- Growing revenue and margin across multiple channels
- Leading commercial negotiations, forecasting and performance management
- Playing a key role within the UK leadership team
The business has ambitious plans to significantly increase UK turnover, with growth expected through retail expansion, e-commerce and the development of the Libéron trade proposition.
About You
You will be an experienced sales leader with a strong record of delivering growth and managing both internal and external sales teams. Relevant backgrounds may include:
- Decorative paints and woodcare
- Surface preparation
- Decorating tools and sundries
- Flooring, tiling and adhesives
- Interior finishing products
- Sealants and construction chemicals
- Other building materials & DIY Products
You will bring strong national account experience, exposure to both retail and trade channels, commercial credibility and a hands-on leadership style.
Why Join?
Respected premium brands with strong heritage
Genuine influence over commercial strategy
International backing with UK autonomy
Long-term progression opportunity
Location is flexible within England, with national customer travel and occasional visits to the UK head office in New Romney, Kent.
Applications
Please send your CV to cv@wilsonbrook.com
Head of Sales in New Romney employer: Liberon
V33 Group UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead the growth of respected brands in the decorative coatings industry. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values innovation and collaboration, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying the flexibility of a national remit. The company's family-owned ethos ensures a supportive atmosphere, making it an ideal place for ambitious sales leaders looking to advance their careers.
