Group Sales Director

High Volume Precision Machined Components Multi-Site Business International Markets via Distribution Channels
Location: West Midlands (International travel required)
Salary: c. 85,000 - 90,000 basic + executive benefits + car

The opportunity

Our client, a leading manufacturer of high-volume precision-machined components is seeking an exceptional Group Sales Director to drive international growth through distribution channels, expand global market share and maximise commercial performance. This is a senior leadership position within a multi-site organisation with ambitious growth plans and a strong existing platform.

As a key member of the Senior Management Team, you will shape commercial and sales strategy and play a pivotal role in delivering profitable, scalable growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a commercial strategy to deliver sustained revenue and profitability growth.
• Rapidly accelerate international sales through global distribution.
• Lead, manage and coach the sales team, driving high performance and a customer-focused culture.
• Produce detailed sales plans, budgets and forecasts for board review.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, leading high-level negotiations.
• Utilise market insights, competitive intelligence and CRM tools to guide decision-making.
• Manage key customer relationships and enhance strategic partnerships.
• Oversee commercial reporting, marketing activity and tender/bid management processes.
• Coordinate multi-site commercial activity, ensuring a unified and strategic approach.

The person

• Proven senior sales leadership experience delivering measurable revenue and market share growth.
• Background in the machined components industry within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Successful track record managing international distributors and securing major contracts.
• Strong negotiation, commercial, strategic planning and relationship management skills.
• Entrepreneurial, energetic and results-driven, with high levels of integrity and professionalism.

Why this role?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-invested and ambitious organisation, influence future strategy at board level, and lead significant international growth within a sector-leading engineering and manufacturing environment.

How to apply

To register your interest, please submit your CV and contact details, quoting reference number 10207. All applications will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.