Head of Sales in Burton upon Trent

Head of Sales in Burton upon Trent

Burton upon Trent Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Project Better Energy

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic sales team to drive growth in renewable energy across the UK and Ireland.
  • Company: Join Project Better Energy, a leader in green technology and sustainability.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, wellness support, learning opportunities, and exclusive discounts.
  • Other info: Embrace a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a growing company.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in B2B sales leadership and a passion for coaching teams.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

At Project Better Energy, we’re on a mission to make renewable energy accessible to everyone. We take pride in specialising in all elements of green technology, being the home of

Project Solar UK, Project EV, Project CÜRV .

Through working together, our goal is to achieve a carbon net-zero, eco-friendly future by providing high-quality products and services.

Project Better Energy is entering an exciting period of growth, investing in new products, new technology and the future of our commercial function.

We’re looking for an experienced Head of Sales to take full operational ownership of our Distribution Sales Team, leading performance, developing people and delivering ambitious growth across the UK and Ireland.

This isn’t about rebuilding a struggling team.

You’ll inherit an experienced sales function and have the opportunity to introduce greater structure, accountability and commercial focus while helping shape the next stage of our growth.

Why Project Better Energy?

  • Salary between £70,000 - £90,000 Depending on experience
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • Burton / Hybrid

Employee Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Confidential support for your wellbeing, including counselling and financial advice.
  • Met Life GP24
  • Medical support anytime, anywhere
  • Exclusive Discount Platform

(Power Perks) – Save on retail, travel, entertainment, and more.

  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Stay fit and reduce your carbon footprint while saving on a new bike.
  • Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Access tools and training to support your career progression and personal development.
  • Apprenticeship Programmes –

Open to all employees looking to upskill or retrain, with tailored pathways to support your long-term development.

Pension Salary Exchange

Pension scheme – Investing in your future with a solid retirement plan Helping you save efficiently for the future.

  • Daintree Wealth Management (1-2-1 Financial Guidance)
  • Support with budgeting, saving, pensions, investments, and long-term planning
  • Enhanced Maternity Leave
  • Supporting you and your family through life’s important moments.
  • Free Eye Tests
  • Keeping your vision and health in focus.
  • Private Health Care
  • Option to have access to comprehensive health coverage for peace of mind (at the employees own expense)

Key Responsibilities

  • You’ll lead a national team of Area Sales Managers and Key Account Managers, taking responsibility for:
  • Delivering sales performance, revenue growth and commercial targets.
  • Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing sales team.
  • Owning forecasting, pipeline management and KPI delivery.
  • Driving CRM adoption and improving reporting accuracy.
  • Building strong partnerships with Specification, Product, Marketing, Finance and Operations.
  • Creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
  • Supporting key customer relationships, product launches and industry events.

Within your first 12 months you’ll have

  • Embedded a high-performance sales culture.
  • Improved forecasting, reporting and pipeline visibility.
  • Successfully implemented new ways of working through our CRM.
  • Strengthened collaboration across our commercial teams.
  • Delivered measurable improvements in sales performance and commercial results.
  • Proven experience leading high-performing B2B sales teams across multiple territories.
  • A track record of delivering sustainable revenue growth and commercial success.
  • Experience developing and implementing sales strategy.
  • Strong forecasting, KPI management and CRM experience.
  • An engaging leadership style with a passion for coaching and developing people.
  • Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and driving operational excellence.
  • Experience within distribution, wholesale, renewables, EV or another technical B2B environment.
  • Experience within a private equity-backed business.
  • Experience leading CRM implementation, business transformation or organisational change.

At Project Better Energy, we value diversity of thought, background and experience.

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

  • All hiring decisions are made on merit and capability
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Head of Sales in Burton upon Trent employer: Project Better Energy

Project Better Energy in Hyde is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, we offer a dynamic work culture where your contributions directly impact our mission. Enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to thrive in a hybrid role that fosters both personal and career development.

Project Better Energy

Contact Details:

Project Better Energy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Sales in Burton upon Trent

Sales Performance Management
Team Leadership
Coaching and Development
Forecasting
Pipeline Management
KPI Management
CRM Implementation