A new and exciting opportunity for a leading specialist manufacturer has become available in the Ipswich area. A client of ours are recruiting a Sales Director to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm and paying an excellent salary per annum depending on experience. Key Duties

Overseeing the sales targets and analysis of related reports and actively working with all departments to ensure that financial objectives are achieved, and commercial risks are mitigated. Investigating how the company can make improvements. Ensure appropriate sales resources are allocated and maximised for high-potential opportunities. Identify and engage potential customers through proactive prospecting, lead generation and networking activities. Conduct sales presentations and product demonstrations Responsible for leading, mentoring and managing the commercial and sales team. Liaise with department heads to prepare latest estimates on a weekly/monthly basis. Work closely with senior leadership team to assist in decision making for control of overheads and implement cost savings strategies. Develop and maintain excellent awareness of key customers to ensure their needs are being met Stay informed of industry trends/markets Ensuring tenders/contracts are managed end-to-end fairly, accurately and submitted on time. Ensuring contractual and commercial support is being provided to all aspects of the business. Contribute towards the preparation of the annual budgets, the long-range planning process and sales forecasts. Attend trade shows and networking events. To assist in the effective implementation and maintenance of systems and policies.

Skills and Experience

Results-orientated Able to effectively identify opportunities and drive success. Excellent communication, negotiating, and presentation skills. Strong numerical and analytical capabilities. Focused on building and maintaining strong customer relationships. Finalising and closing sales contracts.

An excellent benefits package is available which will be discussed at interview stage. If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Sales Director position, please apply with your CV. #J-18808-Ljbffr