Head of Sales
While every well organised company has a set strategy for growth and development through increased sales, there needs to be a sales team tasked with identifying openings, initiating plans and monitoring success. The head of sales is at the forefront of that team, and is a vital cog in the success of its operation.
In some organisations, the head of sales will occupy a place on the board alongside directors, while they may alternatively report to a sales director. Either way, they will head up the team and oversee the strategic planning and implementation of sales strategies in line with the board’s demands, and they will be expected to run the department with a degree of autonomy.
Part of the head of sales job description might also include liaising with the rest of the company, especially production and supply chain, to ensure that any sales agreements they make with customers can be delivered. They will also be responsible for negotiating deals with important clients, although that task might also be delegated to subordinates within an agreed framework for smaller clients.
Head of Sales skills required
A good head of sales will be completely on top of the processes, capabilities, products and services of the company. That’s partly because they might often be the only company representative in critical meetings, but also because they will be a conduit between the board, the production arm and the team delivering sales targets.
Head of sales jobs therefore always require someone who is a fast learner, is analytical with KPIs and forecasts, and is a superb communicator to clients, prospects and colleagues at all levels.
Head of Sales Jobs in Shropshire
Shropshire is a county in the West Midlands. It shares borders with Cheshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Staffordshire, as well as Wales.
Those seeking Head of Sales roles in Shropshire will have a variety of options to consider, as the county is home to a number of thriving communities - such as the county town of Shrewsbury, Telford, Wellington, Newport, Ludlow, Market Drayton, Oswestry and Whitchurch.
What's more, there is a wide range of beautiful natural areas in the region, each one perfect for relaxing during your days off. These include the Shropshire Hills, Wenlock Edge and the Long Mynd. There's also Fenn's, Whixall and Bettisfield Mosses National Nature Reserve - it's one of the best-preserved wetland areas in the country.
Historically an agricultural county, Shropshire's modern economy is mainly based on the service sector. Tourism and retail are also important, while the larger towns are also home to some industry and tech companies.
Just some of the businesses that can be found in Shropshire include Muller Dairy, Unimation, Nikon, Hitachi Maxell and Ricoh.
What's more, the RAF has two bases in the region and the PDSA's head office is in Telford.
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Are you looking for your next head of sales role and want to help push a business to the next league? Or are you running a business and you need someone to hit the ground running as a new head of sales? Whichever you are, Cast UK can help with your recruitment.
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