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Sales Director Roles & Job Description
Arguably the most prestigious sales role available, sales directors are usually in charge of all sales activity within a business and responsible for total turnover every year. Heads of sales often have a lot of responsibility, devising sales strategies and presenting results to major stakeholders and the board of a business.
Sales Director Salaries
As you’d expect, sales directors earn a great salary, often with both very large basic salary and bonus potential.
According to 2018 Glassdoor data, the national average sales director’s salary is £83,000 in the UK. Salaries can range from £47,000 to £124,000 depending on responsibility and the size of the business a sales director works for.
What Makes a Great Sales Director?
As a very senior position, sales directors require real experience in managing sales teams, knowing exactly how to motivate their staff and build a team. Natural leaders, sales directors will have the personality to inspire their teams and step into key sales deals when necessary.
The best sales directors will have a proven track record of achieving year-on-year turnover growth and hitting sales targets.
Looking to Recruit a Sales Director?
With over 10 years’ experience in headhunting for senior sales positions, Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment can help find your business a sales director which will really drive you forward.
The Benefits of Recruiting with Aaron Wallis
- 12 Months Rebate
- Assigned Dedicated, Experienced Account Manager
- Psychometric Profiling
- Bespoke Interview Questions
- Fixed Price Recruitment Service
- Candidate Ability & Skills Testing
To place your sales vacancy with Aaron Wallis click to call: 01908 061400 or submit a vacancy now.
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