A rapidly expanding manufacturing company, supplying into the construction sector and based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk are currently recruiting for a Commercial Director to join its leadership team.
This is a permanent role, paying between £75,000 - £85,000, depending on experience.
Overview of the role:
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take overall responsibility for the commercial and sales function, leading a sales teams.
The role will focus on developing and delivering the company's commercial strategy, driving sales growth and profitability & securing significant new business and high-value contracts. You will also work closely with the wider leadership team to support the company's continued growth and development.
What does the role involve?
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As a Commercial Director, you will be responsible of sales strategies and executing them to a high standard
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Driving performance throughout the company and specifically within the sales team
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Take responsibility for the profit and loss of the sales department
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Oversee sales budgets, forecasting and commercial performance
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Work closely with production, estimating and other internal departments to ensure customer orders are delivered effectively and in line with production capacity
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Leading, mentoring and managing the sales team to perform to the best of their ability
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Work closely with the leadership team in the business to help with strategic business decisions
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Look at continuous improvement methods across the commercial function
- Running regular sales meetings with the team to monitor performance and drive growth where possible
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Representing the company at Industry events and trade shows across the UK
Candidate requirements:
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Proven experience in a senior commercial or sales leadership role
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Construction background required, as the manufactured products on-site will be sold to construction related companies
- Strong people management and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
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Accomplished in securing and closing large, high-value and multi-million-pound contracts
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Background within a manufacturing environment is required
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Commercially astute, with a strong strategic and analytical mindset
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High attention to detail, focused on delivering strong results
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Ability to build and maintain customer relationships
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Any experience dealing with Tier 1 or Tier 2 construction contractors is advantageous
- Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Benefits include:
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£75,000 - £85,000 salary, depending on experience
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Performance-related bonus based on company and individual performance
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25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
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Company car scheme
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Private healthcare
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Company pension scheme
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Free on-site parking
If you are a driven Commercial Director looking for a new challenge, apply online today.
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