Job Opportunity: Head of Sales & Future Managing Director - Commercial Printing
The Managing Director of a successful commercial printing house in Scotland is looking to retire. He seeks a dynamic individual to head up the sales team and eventually take on a Managing Director role within the next few years.
This company is passionate about its work, innovative, creative, and committed to excellent customer relationships. They are seeking someone equally passionate about the printing industry and customer service.
This role offers significant responsibility for the company's sales performance and market presence. You will oversee the sales department, develop strategies, analyze performance data, and prepare reports for senior management and shareholders. Using your industry knowledge, you will identify growth opportunities, forecast sales, and monitor market trends to prevent stagnation. A strong numerical ability and business acumen are essential due to the role's focus on trend analysis and market monitoring.
We are looking for a natural leader who commands respect and exudes charisma, capable of building strong relationships internally and externally. Experience in developing high-performing sales teams and reviewing strategies and systems is required.
The role also involves profit and loss responsibility and providing strategic direction. Excellent communication, motivational skills, and the ability to persuade are crucial. You will act as an ambassador, engaging with suppliers, clients, stakeholders, and affiliated companies, maintaining trusted relationships.
The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys challenges and is motivated by achieving company objectives through strong leadership. They should be commercially minded, with the gravitas and intellect to contribute significantly to the senior team and the company's long-term success.
Please only apply if you have recent experience (within the last 2 years) in the printing industry.
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