Interim Head of Sales – Automotive OEM
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£700 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Interim Head of Sales involves leading commercial operations for a Tier 1 automotive supplier, focusing on managing OEM relationships, pricing strategy, and new business development across electric vehicle platforms. This position is hybrid and is expected to last between 6 to 12 months. The candidate will be responsible for driving sales strategy and aligning it with engineering and supply chain efforts. Strong experience in automotive sales leadership is required, particularly in the EV sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own customer relationships with major OEMs (JLR, Nissan, VW).
- Lead pricing negotiations and contract renewals.
- Drive new business pipeline and RFQ responses.
- Align sales strategy with engineering and supply chain.
Key Skills:
- 8+ years in automotive sales leadership.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Experience with EV components or lightweight materials.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites.
Salary (Rate): £700 daily
City: West Midlands
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Sales
Role: Interim Head of Sales – Automotive OEM / Tier 1
Location: Midlands / Hybrid
Day Rate: £550 - £700 (outside IR35)
Duration: 6 - 12 months
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We are seeking an Interim Head of Sales to lead commercial operations for a Tier 1 automotive supplier. You’ll manage OEM relationships, pricing strategy and new business development across EV platforms. This is a Hybrid contract role for a duration of 6 – 12 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Own customer relationships with major OEMs (JLR, Nissan, VW).
- Lead pricing negotiations and contract renewals.
- Drive new business pipeline and RFQ responses.
- Align sales strategy with engineering and supply chain.
Requirements:
- 8+ years in automotive sales leadership.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Experience with EV components or lightweight materials.
- Willingness to travel to customer sites.
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