Job Title: Head of Sales
Location: Chelmsford, CM2 9BY
Salary: £80,000 - £110,000 OTE
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Sector: Sales / Manufacturing
A leading corrugated cardboard packaging manufacturer in Chelmsford is seeking a Head of Sales responsible for generating new business, maintaining current customer relationships, and managing a sales team of four.
A basic salary of £80,000 - £90,000 is on offer with a bonus of up to 15% based on achieving objectives. Additional benefits include:
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Company car
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Flexible working
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Private healthcare for the individual and family
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25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
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Pension with 6% employer contribution and 3% employee contribution (with the option to increase if desired)
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Life assurance x4
The role is split across three main areas: team management, business development and driving the site sales strategy. As the Head of Sales, you will:
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Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the company’s market presence.
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure ongoing satisfaction and loyalty.
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Analyse market trends and data to create accurate forecasts and set performance goals.
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Lead, mentor, and manage the team of 4, providing guidance and support to achieve targets.
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Work closely with the design team to ensure products meet customer needs and market demands.
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Develop and implement effective new business and selling strategies to achieve company objectives, with a strong emphasis on margin enhancement and control.
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Participate as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Experience in the paper / print / packaging industry, with a preference for experience in corrugated packaging.
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Previous experience as a Head of Sales, BDM Manager, Sales Director / Manager / Lead etc.
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Excellent management skills with experience in managing business development, people, budgets, and target achievement.
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Proven direct selling skills and a track record of closing major deals, with a good working knowledge of commercial and company finance.
The site is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and innovative print solutions that are not commonly used by competitors. As a forward-thinking, employee-centric company, it invests heavily in new technology and provides exceptional work incentives, resulting in an incredible workplace. The company also offers excellent training, development, and progression opportunities.
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