Sales Director

• Sales Director
• Sales and Marketing Director
• UK and International Sales Leadership
• Global distribution Management
• Mechanical Engineering Components
• Rotating Equipment/ Pumps
• Engineering Services
• Global Manufacturer
• £120,000 to £150,000 Basic Salary + excellent OTE £180,000
• Excellent Corporate package: Executive Car, pension, private medical, salary sacrifice options, death in service
• Mobile, Laptop, Corporate Credit Card
• Significant Career Progression within a major global group
• Yorkshire – Covering the Uk and rest of the World
• Suitable for candidates based within commutable distance of Yorkshire: Nottingham, Derby, Leeds, Bradford, York, Lincoln, Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield, Hull, Huddersfield and surrounding areas
• Mercury Hampton is exclusively retained for this appointment 

The Company

A world-leading manufacturer of rotating equipment and precision mechanical components, supplying a diverse range of industrial sectors including pump OEMs, pump service providers, filtration, chemicals, semiconductors, food & beverage, and general industrial applications.

This organisation is seeking a dynamic, hands-on Sales & Marketing leader to drive global sales expansion. This is not a passive, back-office strategic role — they want an energetic leader who thrives on growth, customer engagement, and building high‑performance teams. You will shape and deliver the global sales and marketing strategy, playing a pivotal role in the continued success of this world‑class business.

The Role

• Develop and execute strategic growth plans to achieve ambitious global sales targets
• Expand customer base while enhancing satisfaction, loyalty, and service delivery
• Recruit, train, and develop high-performing sales teams
• Conduct competitor analysis and build effective pricing models
• Lead forecasting and set regional sales targets
• Drive product and service development initiatives
• Increase market share and elevate brand presence worldwide
• Lead marketing strategy and strengthen the company’s value proposition
• Win new business and grow key accounts
• Improve repeat business and overall service performance
• Act as a global ambassador for the brand
• Lead from the front, setting the highest standards across the organisation

The Candidate

• Charismatic, strategic, and inspiring sales leader
• Hands-on, proactive, and driven with a strong “can‑do” attitude
• Natural gravitas with customers and internal teams
• Mechanical engineering background preferred
• Strong understanding of rotating equipment, pumps, and associated components
• Knowledge of fluid dynamics
• Deep experience in pumps, filtration, and industrial markets
• Proven track record in senior sales and marketing leadership roles
• Experience driving UK and international sales transformation and growth
• Exceptional ability to motivate, influence, and lead teams
• Strong project management and prioritisation skills
• Background in industrial OEM, distribution, and end‑user product/service sales

If this opportunity excites you, please click Apply or contact Jonathan Sallis at Mercury Hampton directly. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within 48 hours. If you do not hear from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.