We are partnering with an industry leader specializing in thermoformed plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and sustainability, our client is expanding their operations in the UK market. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company poised for significant growth, where your expertise and leadership will directly impact their market success.

The Opportunity:
Are you a strategic sales leader with a passion for driving growth and innovation? This is your chance to take on a high-impact role as Sales Director for a dynamic and rapidly expanding business. As the Sales Director, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the sales strategy, build a high-performing team, and lead the charge in driving new business across the UK. This role offers not just a job, but a career-defining opportunity to influence the future of a company on the rise.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to expand the company’s footprint in the UK thermoformed plastic packaging market.

* Lead, inspire, and manage the sales team, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and excellence.

* Identify and secure new business opportunities, building strong relationships with key customers in the consumer goods sector.

* Collaborate closely with product development and marketing teams to align sales initiatives with market needs and product offerings.

* Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to refine sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

* Regularly report on sales performance, forecasts, and key metrics to senior leadership, providing strategic insights and recommendations.

* Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings to enhance market visibility and brand presence.

What We’re Looking For:

* Proven experience as a Sales Director or senior sales leader within the plastic packaging industry, ideally with a focus on thermoformed packaging.

* Demonstrated success in driving sales growth and achieving targets in a competitive market.

* Strong leadership skills with experience in building and managing high-performing sales teams.

* A strategic mindset with the ability to analyze data, market trends, and customer needs to drive effective sales strategies.

* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

* A proactive, results-oriented approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

* Willingness to travel as required