Competitive Salary
Excellent Pension Scheme
Flexible Working

Sales Director- Civilian

Salary £82,000 - £94,000 DOE
Location Coventry - MTC1084236
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This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sales Director - Civilian.

 

You’ll play a critical role in driving revenue growth and expanding The MTC's Civilian Sector market share. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic, results focused Sales Director or Head of Business Development with a proven track record of success in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

 

This position will suit an individual with strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, as well as a deep understanding of the industry and competitive landscape.

 

You’ll be responsible for leading, inspiring, and developing a team of fifteen people.

 

You’ll manage key stakeholder relationships both externally and internally, including working closely with the Managing Director, Civilian, and Director of Business Development.

 

Main responsibilities will include.

 

  • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of business development professionals. Foster a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Revenue Growth: Drive initiatives to achieve sales targets through new client acquisition, upselling, and cross-selling. Oversee the development of proposals and pitches to secure new business.
  • Performance Metrics: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business development activities. Use data to make informed decisions and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies aimed at expanding the company’s footprint and revenue. Identify and evaluate market trends, competitive landscape, and potential growth areas.

 

This position will suit an experienced Sales Leader, with a wealth of experience in the Civilian Industry sectors - prime contractors and / or their supply chain

 

You’ll have strong leadership skills, lead by example and have a passion for developing people.

 

 We’re looking for somebody with

  • Proven track record of significantly contributing to business growth and profitability – management and delivery of multi-million-pound pipelines of innovative research and development.
  • Experience of leading and developing high performing teams and encourages teamwork and collaboration.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Analytical skills to interpret market data and translate into actionable strategies.
  • Entrepreneurial Innovative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Collaborative Works effectively across departments and with external partners
  • Resilient Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

 

Desirable

  • Experienced practitioner and advocacy of Miller-Heiman is desirable.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a Business or Engineering related subject. An MBA or similar advanced degree is highly desirable.

 

Reference and Security Checks

Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks

 

About The MTC

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and  respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe. 

The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies. 

Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness. 

Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future. 

The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.

Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
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