Country Sales Director (North America)

🚀About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

⭐About Our Client

Our client is a prominent player in the ceramic tiles manufacturing industry, active in 125 country and specialized in delivering high-quality products for various projects. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Country Sales Director to join their North America team.

Requirements

Highlights:

• Manage and develop business in North America by leading strategy
• Manage sales, marketing and administrative activities of the company (start-up flair)
• Full P&L responsibility of the North American market Tasks

Responsibilities:

• To formulate and implement long and short-term plans to achieve approved targets regarding volume, sales, margin, market share, financial goals, investment and human resources
• To develop and manage the business expansion of company's portfolio in the North American market
• To work closely with Global Marketing and Commercial Excellence Teams in HQ (Istanbul)
• To manage all day-to day activities to maximise profitability and growth goals with a hands-on approach
• To lead, develop and manage the sales efforts at all channels (National retailer, Home Improvement Centers, retailers, e-com) - To develop information processes and maintain awareness and judgement in areas such as market conditions, competitive activities, customer’s product and service needs in order to maintain market awareness
• To be alert and adjust strategies in accordance with general economic conditions
• To ensure customer satisfaction levels are achieved and maintained
• To ensure business is conducted in accordance with the Company Ethics policy, Quality System and Trade Compliance procedures in line with legal and legislative aspects of the market
• To establish and maintain key customer contacts and relationships

Requirements:

• The person should be a self-starter, independent, business developer with a strong analytical background
• He/she should be visionary and has an entrepreneur spirit - Growth ambition and can-do attitude
• Experience in leading a business across different geographies (US wide)
• Customer focused
• Strong on negotiation, stakeholder and relationship management
• Ready to travel extensively

Benefits

• Yearly bonus
• Company car
• Long-term incentive

Uplift’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Uplift, we are committed to fair and equal experience for all employees and applicants, supporting the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We value the diverse talents and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities. We focus on creating opportunities for growth and advancement based on each person’s qualifications and performance.

We are passionate about uplifting people's lives and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability. At Uplift, everyone is welcome.