Group Head of Sales

The Company is seeking a Group Head of Sales to take on a pivotal leadership role with a focus on commercial transformation and international expansion. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating strategic objectives into sales, margin, product, and geographic targets, as well as defining and optimizing the sales model. This includes identifying growth opportunities, driving international growth through a multi-year expansion strategy, and standardizing commercial processes. The role also involves managing key customer relationships, strategic commercial partnerships, and a large sales team, with a strong emphasis on aligning sales and production through effective Sales and Operations Planning. Applicants for the Group Head of Sales position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' leadership experience in international sales, with at least 5 years in a strategic executive role. A background in commercial leadership within large international companies, particularly in industrial manufacturing environments, is essential. The role requires a solid understanding of the links between commercial, production, technology, and logistics functions, as well as experience in developing and executing commercial strategies within complex, multi-business organizations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in building and leading international commercial organizations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage geographically dispersed teams. A relevant university degree, fluency in English, and a willingness to travel internationally are also necessary.