Sales Director UK
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Sales Director UK
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] | Location: Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Uxbridge (United Kingdom) | Type: Permanent, On-site | Experience: Director
Job Description
With a sales career at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you'll drive long-term business success. We're looking for a dynamic Sales Director UK to lead and execute our national sales strategy with a strong focus on new business acquisition (>80%). You will shape the commercial direction across air, sea, road, and contract logistics, while leading a high-performing national sales organisation aligned with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s global and UK objectives. You will play a pivotal role on the UK Management Board.
How you create impact
- Develop and execute the UK national sales strategy with a strong emphasis on new customer acquisition and sustainable revenue growth.
- Drive structured new business development across air, sea, road, and contract logistics.
- Lead major commercial negotiations, complex bids, and pricing strategies.
- Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing national sales team.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behaviour.
- Ensure accurate forecasting, pipeline management, and transparent reporting.
- Collaborate closely with operations, product, finance, and customer service teams.
- Contribute actively as a member of the UK Management Board.
What we would like you to bring
- Significant senior sales leadership experience within freight forwarding or multi-modal logistics.
- Proven track record of delivering substantial new business growth.
- Strong strategic mindset.
- Advanced negotiation skills.
- Solid financial acumen.
- Deep understanding of air, sea, road, and warehouse logistics services.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent English.
What's in it for you
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you will lead national commercial strategy within a global logistics leader. You will directly influence revenue growth and contribute to sustainable long-term success.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments. As a global leader, we offer a safe, stable environment.
Contact
Joana Dias - [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]