European Sales Director in Hampshire

The European Sales Director can be based anywhere in the UK or Europe and is responsible for overseeing and leading the performance of the sales team. This leading role will involve setting strategic objectives, guiding/mentoring team members, developing strategies, and ensuring targets are met or exceeded.

The overarching purpose of this role is to provide mentorship, support and leadership to an established team of Territory Sales Managers to achieve sales targets and objectives.

• Developing and implementing strategic sales plans and initiatives to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
• Monitoring individual and team performance metrics, providing feedback, and implementing strategies to improve sales effectiveness.
• Setting clear achievable sales goals and objectives; regularly assessing and adjusting these goals as needed.
• Identifying training needs, organizing training programs, and fostering skill development to enhance the capabilities of the sales team.
• Analyzing sales processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices to streamline operations and increase efficiency.
• Ensuring strong relationships with key clients, addressing their needs, and collaborating with the team to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences to identify opportunities and threats, adjusting sales strategies accordingly.
• Managing sales budgets effectively, and controlling expenses to maintain profitability.
• Generating regular sales reports, analyzing sales data, and presenting insights to senior management for informed decision-making.
• Creating accurate sales forecasts and projections based on market trends, historical data, and upcoming opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, sales procedures, and industry regulations.

What you will need to bring to be considered:

• Experience from within the EV, Transportation, Renewables or Data Centre space (preferred).
• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience (required).
• Extensive Sales and Leadership experience, with a demonstrated track record of achieving or exceeding targets (required).
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate, mentor, and guide a sales team to achieve their best performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Strong networking skills, with the ability to represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Competencies:

• Building Relationships and Networks.
• Communicating and Influencing.
• Global Business Acumen.
• Initiative and Drive.
• Technology Agility.
• Continuous Improvement.

Package:

• Six figure basic salary.
• Generous annual bonus (Company and Team performance).
• Car Allowance.
• Pension.
• Private Medical.
• Excellent career prospects.

Our client is committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for their people to grow and develop in their careers.