Tristram Parker Recruitment
Head of Sales

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Head of Sales | Construction & Fit-Out | Senior Leadership
📍 East Sussex
💰 £85,000–£100,000 Basic + Bonus + Executive Benefits
I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business within the construction sector for a Head of Sales to join its Senior Leadership Team.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced commercial leader looking to take ownership of the company's sales strategy, lead high-performing teams and play a key role in the next phase of business growth.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll be responsible for:
- Leading the company's sales strategy and delivering ambitious revenue targets.
- Managing and developing the Project Sales and Account Management teams.
- Providing commercial leadership across the business.
- Overseeing the estimating function to maximise tender success and profitability.
- Developing strategic relationships with principal contractors, subcontractors and developers.
- Driving the continued growth of the company's Fit-Out division.
- Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape future business strategy.
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- Significant senior sales leadership experience within the construction sector.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing commercial teams.
- A strong background working with contractors, subcontractors and developers.
- Excellent commercial, financial and strategic awareness.
- Experience managing major project sales and key account relationships.
- A proven track record of delivering sustainable business growth.
- The ability to inspire teams whilst remaining commercially hands-on.


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Experience within fit-out, construction products, specialist subcontracting, building envelope, interiors or associated construction markets would be highly advantageous.
Package
- £85,000–£100,000 Basic Salary
- Performance Bonus
- Executive Benefits Package
- Pension
- Genuine Senior Leadership opportunity
- Long-term career progression
This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious business where you'll have genuine influence over the commercial direction of the company and play a pivotal role in its future success.
For a confidential discussion, or to find out more, please apply in confidence or contact me directly.
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