Sales Manager in Birmingham)

Sales Manager - UK, Ireland & France - Automotive Aftermarket

I'm supporting a leading European manufacturer of high‑quality aerosol solutions for the automotive aftermarket, industrial and DIY sectors. With strong brands, modern production sites and a broad distributor network, the business is continuing to expand its presence across the UK, Ireland and France.

We're looking for a senior Automotive Aftermarket Sales professional who can accelerate regional growth, strengthen relationships with distributors, and shape the commercial strategy across key markets.

If you're already well‑connected within the UK & Ireland automotive aftermarket, and ideally bring insight or relationships in France, this is a high‑impact role with genuine strategic influence.

What's on offer

Salary: £65,000–£73,000 basic

Bonus: annual bonus equal to one month's salary with ±20% adjustment based on performance

Benefits: Company car, 25 days' holiday

Ideal locations: Manchester, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Leeds, Sheffield, Nottingham, Oxford, Leicester, Coventry, Liverpool, Northampton, Derby, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Warrington, Reading

The role

As Senior Automotive Sales Manager, you'll take ownership of driving growth across the region, developing distributor performance, and deepening customer intimacy in line with the wider automotive strategy.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Expanding sales through distributors and key accounts across the UK, Ireland and France.
• Developing and executing regional sales strategies aligned to long‑term growth objectives.
• Building strong, trust‑based relationships with customers, partners and industry stakeholders.
• Identifying new commercial opportunities through market analysis, competitor insight and customer feedback.
• Leading concept selling, account planning and customer development initiatives.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure service levels, product availability and operational excellence.
• Providing functional leadership to Sales Representatives and Merchandisers (no disciplinary responsibility).

This is a role for someone who thrives on being in front of customers, shaping commercial direction, and brings a solid knowledge of the automotive aftermarket.

Our ideal candidate

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Senior‑level experience within the automotive aftermarket.
• A strong and proven network across the UK aftermarket distributors and buying groups; French market contacts are a significant advantage.
• Experience acquiring, developing and managing non‑exclusive distributors.
• Strong commercial acumen with confidence in market analysis, concept selling and strategic account planning.
• High levels of motivation, resilience, adaptability and customer focus.
• A willingness to travel extensively across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.

If you enjoy shaping regional strategy, building meaningful customer relationships and driving commercial growth across multiple markets, this role offers the platform to make a real impact.

Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're here to support you.

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