Head of Strategic Sales (Electrical)

About the role

We are seeking a strategic, forward‑thinking sales leader to launch and run a brand‑new Electrical Strategic Sales department. You will work for a specialist supplier of drives, motors, control systems and related industrial products, covering the UK and occasional overseas markets.

Key responsibilities

• Sell and promote a wide range of technical electrical products to automation, utilities and petro‑chemical sectors.
• Research, design and develop new electrical product offerings.
• Build and nurture long‑term customer relationships across a nationwide territory.
• Report business plans and performance directly to the board of directors.
• Travel domestically and occasionally abroad to meet key accounts.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Sales Manager or similar in an electrical/industrial environment.
• Strategic thinking with a track record of driving growth.
• Desire to progress to a director‑level position within two years.
• Strong understanding of drives, motors, control systems and related sectors.

Required skills

• Electrical product knowledge
• Industrial automation expertise
• Experience with drives and motor technologies

What we offer

• Competitive salary £55,000‑£65,000 per year
• Company car for personal use
• Phone, laptop, shares and performance bonus
• Opportunity to sit on the board of directors
• Comprehensive company benefits