Sales Director

North West England Competitive Salary Bonus Benefits Are you a Sales Director, Head of Sales, or senior Business Development Director with a proven track record of driving growth within the engineering, manufacturing, defence, marine, energy, or industrial sectors? A well-established UK engineering manufacturer is entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking to appoint a commercially focused Sales Director to lead its future business development strategy and identify the next generation of strategic opportunities. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will work closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team to drive revenue growth, develop strategic partnerships, and expand into new markets. The OpportunityAs Sales Director, you will be responsible for: Developing and executing the company's long-term sales strategy and business development strategy Building a sustainable pipeline of high-value opportunities Securing new customers across engineering and industrial markets Leading major bids and commercial negotiations Developing relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 organisations, EPC contractors, and key industry stakeholders Identifying new market opportunities and emerging technologies Supporting future product development and manufacturing investment plans Representing the business nationally and internationally Target MarketsThe business is looking to expand further within: Defence Commercial Marine Nuclear Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) Renewable Energy Hydrogen Oil & Gas Industrial Process Industries High Integrity Manufacturing Fluid Control & Engineered SystemsWhat We're Looking For Degree qualified engineer or equivalent industry experience 15 years within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial sectors Proven success delivering significant business growth Strong background selling complex engineered products or technical solutions Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills Experience influencing senior stakeholders and board-level decision makers Strong business development and strategic sales experience International sales exposure would be advantageousIdeal BackgroundWe are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: Engineering Manufacturing Valves Flow Control Systems Fluid Power Pressure Systems Power Generation Nuclear Marine Defence Oil & Gas Process IndustriesWhy Apply?This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering manufacturer at a pivotal stage of its journey. The successful Sales Director will play a key role in shaping future growth, entering new markets, developing strategic partnerships, and influencing the long-term direction of the business.  Please reach out to Saffron Giddings (phone number removed) (url removed)

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