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Head of Sales & Marketing, West Midlands, Staffordshire
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This business is a leading UK manufacturer of window dressing product, with experience spanning over 35 years. With an enviable portfolio of clients within the major DIY, Retail and independent sectors, they have an extensive portfolio of products covering everything from stylish, sleek curtain poles, to metal or plastic track and a comprehensive selection of blinds.

As a progressive business, whose image is rapidly changing at present, they are building a world-class, competitive, entrepreneurial team who will continue to drive the companies reputation for excellence. If you are an experienced, passionate, FMCG or DIY professional who competes to win – then this might be the right place for you.

Job Title: Head of Sales & Marketing / Director Designate
Location: Staffordshire
Package: c. £65,000 Basic + 50% Bonus + Executive Car / Allowance + Family Health + Pension + Benefits

Reporting directly to the Managing Director with full P&L responsibility, this position will head up the sales and marketing functions and play a pivotal role in defining the future direction of the business.

Key Activities

 Preparation and delivery of an annual sales and marketing plan for a portfolio of multiple DIY and retail customers.
 Manage and motivate the Sales and Marketing team, setting stretching personal objectives and carrying out regular and robust performance management reviews.
 Develop and recommend account strategies and tactics to maximise the sales and Net profit from the accounts under your teams management.
 Coaching, training and development of the Sales and Marketing team.
 Recruitment and selection of high calibre individuals.
 Act as Category Expert in order to gain total customer commitment and maximise opportunities.
 Implement promotional plans within defined investment budget.
 Provide the board with accurate rolling sales forecasts by product by account.
 Evaluate promotional effectiveness to ensure the most efficient use of the promotional expenditure.

As an experienced networker, driven by challenge and able to build relationships and influence at all levels, your ability to inspire others and lead change within a commercial environment is second to none. You’ll be a skilled coach, able to identify needs and focus on developing your team in order to deliver ambitious results. The ability to manage and deliver exceptional sales and marketing strategies through a motivated and dedicated team comes as second nature to you.

Based from their new offices in Staffordshire this opportunity is rewarded with a highly achievable bonus and benefits package.

Few organisations offer as much scope for personal and career development as this progressive market leader. If you feel you have the skills, attitude and drive to make a real difference in this challenging environment, please apply below or contact Steve Livesey at DWC Search & Selection on 01494 538855 for further information.

Job Salary / Benefits:

£65K,50% bonus,car/allowance,PMI,pension

Region:

West Midlands

Location:

Staffordshire

Contact:

Steve Livesey

01494 538855

01494 538877

fmcg@dwc.co.uk

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