About Our Client

Our client in the animal healthcare industry is a fast-growing scale-up dedicated to transforming how animals are cared for globally. Combining a passion for animal health with commercial expertise and a global outlook, they are making a significant impact in the sector. Their diverse and dynamic team, consisting of professionals from various backgrounds, is the driving force behind their success.

The Role

As a Senior Sales Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading a growing sales team while shaping and executing commercial strategies. Your focus will be on driving business expansion, fostering a strong team culture, and ensuring high-performance sales execution. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact within an innovative and fast-evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development (70%)

• Oversee a sales team, providing clear direction, setting objectives, and ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Support team members through structured coaching, training, and performance feedback to enhance their skills and drive results.
• Create a collaborative and high-energy work environment that encourages accountability and continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics to track progress and ensure sales targets are consistently met or exceeded.
• Guide the team through complex negotiations and sales strategies, helping them build strong client relationships.

Sales Growth & Market Expansion (30%)

• Develop and refine sales strategies to support business growth in key markets.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and identifying new opportunities.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to adjust strategies and optimize revenue potential.
• Work closely with senior leadership to report on sales performance and provide insights into future opportunities.

About You

• Proven Sales Leadership – You have 5–10 years of experience in sales, with at least 3 years leading and developing sales teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Global Market Experience – Comfortable working across international markets, understanding different business cultures, and managing relationships on a global scale.
• Versatile & Hands-On – Capable of balancing high-level strategic thinking with hands-on involvement in sales processes when needed.
• Passionate About Team Development – A strong leader who values mentorship, team-building, and empowering others to succeed.
• Excellent Communicator & Relationship-Builder – Strong ability to connect with stakeholders, negotiate effectively, and foster long-term partnerships.
• Adaptable & Resilient – Thrives in a fast-moving environment, able to navigate challenges and drive results.
• Multilingual Advantage – Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in an additional EU language is highly preferred.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive Salary – Gross annual salary up to €85,000 (excluding holiday pay).
• Bonus Scheme – Earn up to 25% of your annual salary based on performance.
• International Exposure – Opportunity to work with global clients and travel for business.
• Dynamic Work Environment – Join a passionate, diverse team dedicated to improving animal healthcare worldwide.

(Note: While there is no pension plan in place at the moment, it is being worked on)

The salary or salary range indicated is dependent on the amount of experience and relevant skills you can offer specific to this role. We are happy to discuss this with you if you look to be a good match for the position.

Sounds interesting? Apply directly or contact davide@adamsrecruitment.com for more information.