Country Sales Director UK

Country Sales Director UK Lead the Future of Institutional Solutions in the UK Lead the Future of Institutional Solutions in the UK A global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions is seeking a strategic and results-driven Country Sales Director to drive the growth of its Institutional business in the UK . This role offers the opportunity to lead around €60M business , manage a high-performing sales force of 100 professionals , and shape the market strategy in one of the most dynamic industries. Why Join? 🚀 Drive Impact: Take full ownership of the Institutional business in the UK , setting the direction for long-term success. 🌍 Work for a Global Industry Leader: Be part of a company that prioritizes sustainability, innovation, and business excellence . 📈 Lead & Grow High-Performing Teams: Manage and develop a 100-person sales organization , ensuring best-in-class execution. 💡 Strategic Influence: Collaborate with regional and global leadership to define and implement game-changing strategies. 🎯 Financial & Commercial Ownership: Take full P&L responsibility , ensuring strong revenue growth and profitability. Your Role & Responsibilities 🔹 Strategic Leadership & Market Development Define and execute the country-wide sales strategy , aligning with regional business objectives. Oversee corporate accounts, distribution, and direct sales channels , ensuring consistent revenue growth. Manage pricing, innovation deployment, and customer penetration initiatives to enhance market share. 🔹 Commercial & P&L Management Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure strong operational performance . Own the P&L for France, driving profitability and long-term sustainability . Implement data-driven decision-making and market intelligence to optimize commercial strategies. 🔹 Leadership & People Development Manage and mentor a senior sales leadership team (7 District Managers, Business Development, and Sales Support). Foster a culture of accountability, performance excellence, and continuous learning . Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, HR, Marketing, Technical Training) to drive business effectiveness. 🔹 Customer Engagement & High-Level Negotiations Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key corporate clients, distributors, and strategic partners . Support direct reports in complex negotiations and executive-level relationship management . Identify new business opportunities and lead market expansion initiatives . What We Are Looking For ✅ Proven Sales Leadership: 7-10+ years of experience in B2B sales leadership , preferably in institutional, hospitality, foodservice, or industrial markets . ✅ P&L Management: Hands-on experience in managing financial performance, optimizing pricing, and driving margin improvement . ✅ Strong Business Acumen: Ability to translate market insights into strategic actions that enhance revenue growth. ✅ Matrix Organization Experience: Skilled at collaborating across multiple business functions and international teams . ✅ Exceptional Leadership & Communication Skills: Ability to inspire teams, engage stakeholders, and influence C-level executives . ✅ Fluent in English (mandatory). ✅ Flexibility to travel up to 60% across the UK and occasionally abroad. What’s in It for You? 💰 Competitive Compensation: Fixed salary + performance-based bonus + long-term incentives. 🚗 Company Car & Executive Perks: Full benefits package. 📚 Career Acceleration: Work for a market leader with strong global expansion plans . 🌱 Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and making a real impact . 📩 Ready to Take the Lead? Apply now! Department Sales Locations United Kingdom Remote status Hybrid United Kingdom