Head of Sales

Head of Sales – Nottinghamshire

• Basic Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (Depending on Experience)
• OTE: £85,000+
• Monday – Friday Only
• 9:00am – 6:00pm
• 40 Hours per Week | Hybrid Working Option

We’re recruiting for a Head of Sales opportunity with one of the region’s most recognised and fastest-growing automotive sales businesses. This is a pivotal position for the company – you’ll form part of the leadership team, work closely with the board of Directors, and have full ownership of the sales operation.

With ambitious growth plans, this is a key hire and will suit someone with strong experience in the car sales industry, a track record of driving sales performance, and the commercial acumen to support strategic decisions at board level.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Basic Salary between £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)
• OTE £85,000+
• Hybrid working options
• Private healthcare
• Annual bonus scheme
• Discounted car purchase scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Full-time, permanent position

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and mentoring the Sales Manager and Account Managers
• Developing a high-performance culture across the sales team
• Identifying and implementing new sales strategies and processes
• Overseeing all aspects of the sales operation, from pricing and advertising through to delivery
• Providing strategic and operational advice to the board
• Analysing team performance and driving continuous improvement
• Working cross-functionally with Marketing, Compliance and Delivery departments
• Ensuring compliance, FCA accreditation, and training needs are met across the sales team
• Managing day-to-day operations and dealing with complex issues as needed

The Ideal candidate: 

• A strong automotive background, ideally in senior sales or operations roles
• Proven track record in managing high-performing sales teams
• Experience working at a senior level, contributing to business-wide strategy
• Ability to coach, develop, and lead from the front
• Commercially minded, able to identify opportunities for profitability and growth
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and process-driven approach

If you're an experienced Sales Manager or Head of Sales, looking to step into a senior leadership position within a growing company, this is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a successful automotive firm.

To find out more about this vacancy, get in touch with Lewis Fagen at Perfect Placement today. 

At Perfect Placement we are automotive specialists, with a long history supporting the industry. If you're looking for your next automotive opportunity, get in touch today!