Sales Director
Posted a day ago
- Four Ashes, Staffordshire
- Permanent
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
The Role
This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior sales leader to shape the future of a well-established and respected UK nursery business. Based on-site in the West Midlands, you'll take the reins of the sales function, driving commercial growth, inspiring a motivated team, and helping bring high-quality trees and plants to clients across the country.
Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll define and deliver a forward-thinking sales strategy, keeping your finger on the pulse of seasonal rhythms, customer needs, and market trends. It's a hands-on, people-focused role, ideal for someone who's as comfortable at a trade show as they are walking the nursery.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with seasonal and business objectives
Lead and coach a growing sales and customer service team, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture
Build and nurture relationships with key clients including garden centres, landscapers, designers, and wholesalers
Represent the business at trade events and client site visits to strengthen relationships and identify growth opportunities
Collaborate with marketing to support campaigns, promotions, and digital presence
Monitor performance, forecast trends, and align sales activity with production and operations
Serve as a brand ambassador, championing values of quality, sustainability, and expertiseAbout You
You're ideal for this role if you:
Have proven experience in a senior sales role within horticulture, agriculture, or a related sector
Possess strong leadership skills and a track record of building high-performing teams
Are commercially astute with a strategic mindset and data-driven approach
Thrive on building meaningful client relationships and networks
Have a genuine passion for plants, trees, and sustainability
Are willing to travel within the UK for meetings and industry eventsWhat's In It for You
Competitive salary
Health insurance for you and your family
Use of a company pool car
The chance to be part of a growing business with deep horticultural roots and ambitious plans for the futureHow to Apply
Ready to branch out into a new leadership role? For a confidential chat, contact Rae on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior sales leader to shape the future of a well-established and respected UK nursery business. Based on-site in the West Midlands, you'll take the reins of the sales function, driving commercial growth, inspiring a motivated team, and helping bring high-quality trees and plants to clients across the country.
Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll define and deliver a forward-thinking sales strategy, keeping your finger on the pulse of seasonal rhythms, customer needs, and market trends. It's a hands-on, people-focused role, ideal for someone who's as comfortable at a trade show as they are walking the nursery.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy aligned with seasonal and business objectives
Lead and coach a growing sales and customer service team, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture
Build and nurture relationships with key clients including garden centres, landscapers, designers, and wholesalers
Represent the business at trade events and client site visits to strengthen relationships and identify growth opportunities
Collaborate with marketing to support campaigns, promotions, and digital presence
Monitor performance, forecast trends, and align sales activity with production and operations
Serve as a brand ambassador, championing values of quality, sustainability, and expertiseAbout You
You're ideal for this role if you:
Have proven experience in a senior sales role within horticulture, agriculture, or a related sector
Possess strong leadership skills and a track record of building high-performing teams
Are commercially astute with a strategic mindset and data-driven approach
Thrive on building meaningful client relationships and networks
Have a genuine passion for plants, trees, and sustainability
Are willing to travel within the UK for meetings and industry eventsWhat's In It for You
Competitive salary
Health insurance for you and your family
Use of a company pool car
The chance to be part of a growing business with deep horticultural roots and ambitious plans for the futureHow to Apply
Ready to branch out into a new leadership role? For a confidential chat, contact Rae on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)