Sales Director

CLAAS Global Retail

• As CLAAS Global Retail we are a well-established dealer in the agricultural machinery industry.  We are on a mission to continue driving growth and exceeding revenue targets.  All whilst maintaining our high level of customer satisfaction.
• As the Sales Director, you will be charged with the responsibility of developing and executing robust sales strategies with our market leading franchisors as well as driving a strong financial performance.
• You will nurture a culture of excellence, guiding the team with your vision, and inspiring them to push boundaries, achieve high performance and continuously improve.

Your role in our team:

• Main Duties:
  • Develop strategies to meet sales targets, expand market reach and stay ahead of market trends and competitors.
  • Motivate, train and lead a high-performing sales team, setting clear goals.
  • Oversee sales budgets, pricing and financial plans to maximize revenue, profits and maintain cost efficiencies.
  • Drive strategic strategies with all franchisors to ensure market leading positioning is achieved and maintained.
  • Build strong relationships with key clients, acting as the main point of contact for major accounts and ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Work closely with finance to create accurate sales forecasts and track performance, providing insights to guide future strategies.
  • Align sales initiatives with after-sales, support and executive teams to ensure company goals are achieved.
  • Identify training needs and implement programmes to keep your team's skills sharp and ahead of industry trends.

Your profile:

• What we are looking for:
  • A dynamic sales leader with experience in driving high-performance teams, ideally within agricultural machinery.
  • Proven experience as a Sales Director or similar senior management role in the retail agricultural industry.
  • Proven expertise in P&L management with a knack for maximising financial performance and hitting revenue targets.
  • Exceptional leadership skills - you know how to motivate, inspire and get the best out of your team to crush targets and push boundaries.
  • Outstanding communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike.
  • A strategic mindset with a passion for analysing data, spotting emerging trends and making bold moves to stay ahead of the competition.
  • A proven track record of success in fast-paced, competitive environments where you thrive under pressure and deliver results that make an impact.
• For an informal discussion please contact Richard Vaughan on 07973 108752.

Your benefits:

• Annual incentive scheme.
• Company Car
• Brand new state of the art office building just off the A14 with free car parking.
• Ergonomic sit/stand desk.
• On site subsidised employee restaurant.
• 24 days annual leave rising by one day per calendar year to 28 with option to carry-over.
• Holiday purchase scheme to take annual leave to 30 days per annum.
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with Company contribution of 8%.
• Healthcare Scheme - BUPA and Medicash
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary.
• Free eye test and money towards glasses.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free legal and personal support for employees and their families.
• Christmas close down period.
• Industry leading sickness pay.
• The rewards of working for a family owned, Private Company where we value all of our employees as key players in our business.