Sales Director
Location: UK (National remit)
Reports to: Managing Director
Sector: Pumps, Rotating Equipment & MRO Services
Target Markets: Water, Commercial, Industrial, HVAC,
Overview
A dynamic, private-equity-backed leader in the pumps and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) sector is seeking an experienced Sales Director to drive national commercial growth. With an ambitious expansion strategy and a strong technical heritage, the business is scaling rapidly across key industrial markets and investing heavily in both talent and infrastructure.
This is a pivotal appointment, offering the opportunity to lead a high-performing sales team, shape commercial strategy, and position the business as the partner of choice for critical rotating equipment solutions across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a national sales strategy aligned with the business’s rapid growth objectives and PE-led value creation plan.
- Lead, coach and mentor regional sales teams (15+ Sales Team) to exceed revenue and margin targets.
- Identify and pursue new market segments, major accounts, and strategic partnerships across industrial and utilities sectors.
- Drive cross-selling opportunities within the company’s wider engineering and service offerings.
- Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering and Finance to ensure commercial bids, tenders, and contracts align with profitability targets.
- Introduce and embed sales performance metrics, CRM governance, and data-led decision making.
- Represent the business with key clients, industry bodies, and at sector events to enhance brand visibility and market presence.
- Report commercial performance to the Board and PE stakeholders, providing clear insight into pipeline development and growth levers.
Candidate Profile
- Proven success in leading national or regional sales functions within a technical engineering, pumps, or MRO services environment.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sustainable revenue growth and profitability.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking combined with hands-on leadership and team-building ability.
- Experienced in working within a fast-paced, private-equity or growth-oriented business.
- Deep understanding of industrial markets, including water, energy, manufacturing, and process industries.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Willingness to travel nationally to support teams and engage with key clients.
What’s on Offer
- Leadership role in a high-growth, PE-backed technical services business with national scale.
- Competitive package including performance-related incentives and equity participation potential.
- The opportunity to shape commercial strategy and leave a lasting impact on a rapidly expanding organisation.
- Benefits package includes: Car/Car Allowance, Health Insurance, Pension, Holidays, Performance based Bonus & success Incentives
For more Details, contact Charlie Austin at Mercury Hampton on 01925 937311!