Sales Director

At KONE we shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry KONE providesnew equipmentmaintenanceandmodernisationto add value to buildings throughout their life cycle.

We have an exciting opportunity for aSales Directorin Irelandbased in Dublin to lead our salesteamdriving sustainable growth developing high-performing teams anddeveloping furtherKONEsleadingposition in the market.

The role

As Sales Directoryoullimplement anddeliver the sales strategy for your business area ensuring we continue to grow our customer base while delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Youlllead and inspire a team of sales professionals develop strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders and use market insight toidentifyopportunities that support long-term business success.

Working closely with colleagues across the businessyoullensure sales performanceforecastingand customer strategies are aligned with KONEs wider businessobjectives.

Whatyoullbe doing

• Develop and deliver the sales strategy to drive profitable growth increase marketand strengthen KONEsleading marketposition across the region.

• Lead and inspire high-performing sales teams setting clearobjectives developingcapabilityand creating a culture focused on collaboration and results.

• Build and strengthen strategic customer relationships working closely with key customersinfluencersand decision-makers toidentifynew business opportunities.

• Drive commercial performance through effective pipeline management forecasting pricingstrategiesand sales performance analysis.

• Use market insight to shape business decisionsidentifyingemerging opportunitiesmonitoringcompetitoractivityandensuringthe right solutions are offered to each customer segment.

• Champion operational excellence embedding global sales processes ensuring effective resourceplanningand continuously improvingthe customerexperience.

Whatwerelooking for

Werelooking for a commercially minded leader who combines strategic thinking with a passion for developing people and building lasting customer relationships.

Experienceleading sales teamsin the constructionandmaintenance facilitiespreferable.

Previousexperiencein the liftandescalator industry is not a requirement.

Youllbring:

• Proven experience leading successful sales teams within a commercial or technical environment.

• A strongtrack recordof delivering business growth and achieving sales targets.

• Experience developing sales strategiesforecastingand managing performance.

• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret market trends and competitor activity.

• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire coach and develop others.

Whatsin it for you:

• Competitiverewards package

• Company car

• Structured onboarding and ongoing mentoring

• Clear progression opportunities within a global business

• A collaborative supportive team culture