Regional Sales Manager - Aftermarket Parts

Aka Recruitment
  
  are proud to be working with a leading
  
   aftermarket automotive parts supplier
  
  to bring you this exciting
  
   Regional Sales Manager
  
  position based in
  
   Clay Cross and around the East Midlands.
  
  This is an outstanding opportunity to join a well-established and ambitious business where you will lead a high-performing sales function, develop strategic customer relationships and drive continued commercial growth. Working
  
   Monday to Friday
  
  based on a 42.5 hour contract, you will receive a
  
   starting basic salary of up to £48,000k
  
  and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job

Duties Include:

Lead, motivate and develop the national sales team to achieve and exceed company sales targets.

Develop and implement strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth across trade, fleet and independent garage customers.

Ensure a cohesive and consistent approach in the execution of sales standards, key
   
   performance indicators (KPIs), and performance management to achieve the overall
   
   business strategy and customer growth.

Support on identifying new business opportunities, staying updated on the industry and
   
   competition, reporting on all marketing intelligence to stakeholders.

Prepare and present regular sales reports, forecasts, analysing performance of the region
   
   to key stakeholders.

Manage the regional sales budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.

Where required, build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts within the
   
   region.

Lead the implementation of new processes, systems and standards, whether physical,
   
   cultural or behavioural – to drive continuous improvement within the branch network.

Requirements:

Previous experience within a
   
    Regional Sales Manager
   
   or senior commercial leadership role.

Strong background within the
   
    automotive aftermarket
   
   , automotive parts distribution or motor factor industry.

Proven track record of delivering sustained sales growth and leading successful sales teams.

Excellent leadership, coaching and people management skills.

Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify new business opportunities.

Exceptional negotiation, presentation and relationship-building abilities.

Experience analysing sales data, forecasting and implementing strategic business plans.

Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Willingness to travel nationally when required.

Full UK Driving Licence.

Reasons to Apply:

Join a respected and growing leader within the automotive aftermarket.

Competitive salary with an uncapped bonus potential.

Company car or car allowance.

Pension scheme and comprehensive employee benefits package.

Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the sales function.

Work alongside an experienced senior leadership team.

Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Stable, long-term opportunity within a successful and expanding business.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced
  
   Head of Sales
  
  looking to make a significant impact within a thriving automotive aftermarket business. If you're a commercially driven leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams and delivering sustainable growth, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply for this role please send your CV in confidence to us here at Aka Recruitment, job reference Aak
3856