Head of Sales US (San Francisco)

Head of Sales US

As Head of Sales US you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with key clients, and driving sales to support our staffing solutions for the automotive sector, among others.

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to act as a representative of the company, engaging directly with clients and other supporting services providers and businesses to which the company is affiliated. There will be ongoing support from and interaction with colleagues based at the company’s UK headquarters.

This position is ideal for someone with a passion for sales, business development and the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities :

• Sales Development :

Prospect, identify, and qualify new business opportunities with automotive companies and suppliers in the Bay Area and surrounding regions (as well as throughout the US)

Build and maintain a pipeline of leads, using outbound prospecting techniques (cold calls, emails, networking, etc.).

Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to closing, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term relationships.

Identify opportunities to offer additional services or expand current contracts based on evolving client needs.

Establish and nurture strong relationships with new and existing clients.

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

Collaborate with recruitment teams to match the right talent to client’s needs.

Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitor offerings, and client needs.

Utilize CRM tools to track and manage sales activities and client communications.

Provide feedback on market conditions and recommend improvements to services offered.

Meet or exceed sales targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for management.

Analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) such as conversion rates, sales cycle length, and client retention to measure success and improve tactics.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree.

5 years of experience in sales, business development, or a related field.

Strong history of meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Experience or interest in the automotive industry is highly desirable.

Prior experience in staffing or recruitment sales is a plus.

Skills :

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.

A sense of urgency & excellent presentation skills

Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Comfortable with CRM tools, Microsoft Office, and other sales-related software.

Strong problem-solving skills and a consultative sales approach.

Location :

Person must be based in the Bay Area, CA, with the ability to travel locally and in the US as needed.

This role offers a flexible hybrid work environment, combining both remote and in-office responsibilities.

In order to be considered for this role candidates must be able to prove eligibility to work in the US.

What We Offer :