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UK Country Director

England Permanent £64,800 - £74,000 per year View Job Description
The UK Country Director will spearhead sales initiatives within the retail industry, ensuring growth and profitability in the UK market. This role requires strategic leadership, a focus on business development, and a strong understanding of retail operations.
  • Grow a £10m multi-site business driving sales excellence and team success
  • Shape commercial strategy in fast-growing battery and energy solutions markets

About Our Client

A leading designer, own brand, and reseller of high-performance battery pack solutions, serving key sectors including NHS, Defence, Automotive, Energy, and Transport. Combining technical innovation with deep customer understanding, the business delivers tailored energy storage solutions under both its own brand and third-party supply lines.

Job Description

We are seeking a UK Country Manager to take full commercial and leadership responsibility for a £10m business operating across two sites. This is a pivotal sales leadership role focused on driving sustainable revenue growth through structured management, commercial strategy, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire a large internal sales and business development function (30+ staff) across two UK sites.
  • Define and execute growth strategies to expand market share and profitability across target sectors.
  • Drive performance management, coaching, and structured sales processes across teams.
  • Oversee key customer relationships while empowering teams to deliver exceptional service and results.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, design, and technical teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Develop clear KPIs, sales forecasting, and business reporting to the senior leadership team.
  • Identify new market opportunities and strategic partnerships to fuel long-term growth.



The Successful Applicant

A successful UK Country Director should have:

  • Proven track record in sales leadership or general management within a B2B environment.
  • Demonstrated success in driving growth through structured leadership and process improvement.
  • Strong people manager - able to develop, motivate, and retain high-performing teams.
  • Commercially astute with strong analytical and operational awareness.
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and organisational skills.
  • French language skills - highly desirable but not essential.
  • Experience in battery technology, energy storage, or related technical markets - advantageous but not required.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £64,800 to £74,200.
  • Additional package worth £10,000 including car or car allowance.
  • Permanent role with opportunities for growth and advancement.
  • Supportive and collaborative company culture.



Contact
Robert Gilmore
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6873305
Phone number
+441132437704

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Technical / Industrial
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Robert Gilmore
Consultant phone
+441132437704
Job reference
JN-102025-6873305