Head of Sales

Head of Sales

Competitive salary, performance-based bonus scheme, company car, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Location:

Leeds

Our client is a UK-based business with over 40 years of experience supplying the automotive, repair, and maintenance industries. Operating from a purpose-built facility in Leeds, it stocks an extensive range of product lines, including consumables such as fasteners, electrical components, air-line systems, and clips. The company is ISO 9001 accredited and is committed to delivering high‑quality, reliable products to a wide network of industry customers.

This national role will focus on driving both existing customer relationships and new business development, with a 50/50 split across account management and new customer acquisition. Reporting to the Directors, the successful candidate will oversee a team of National Sales Managers and collaborate closely with the Sales Office Manager.

• Drive existing customer relationships and new business development.
• Lead a team of National Sales Managers and work with the Sales Office Manager.
• Achieve commercial targets, expand market share, and ensure exceptional customer service delivery.

• Dynamic, self‑motivated sales leader with a strong grasp of the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) market.
• Experience managing teams, developing sales strategies, and building long‑term customer relationships across multi‑site accounts.
• Strong commercial acumen, people‑management experience, and a proven ability to drive performance.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, excellent interpersonal skills, and a professional approach to sales.
• A solid track record in field‑based sales and business development, ideally within the automotive or industrial consumables sectors.

Competitive salary, performance‑based bonus scheme, company car, and a comprehensive benefits package.

This is an excellent opportunity in an established, reliable and customer‑oriented business. Interested parties should apply accordingly or contact John Pease for a confidential conversation. Contact details can be found via the Newman Stewart website.