The posting
Company Description
We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking global business who build transformative solutions for our customers to deliver best-in-class sustainable mobility, connectivity and technology solutions. We support our customers with a range of products and services to meet their needs.
Since 1990 our ambition has never wavered. From humble beginnings, our vision and drive has seen us venture into new markets with confidence and stay ahead of market trends. Our mission is to help businesses of all sizes adapt to the future and take advantage of the opportunities that change brings. Sustainability is at the core of our offering. With our leading e-mobility solutions, we’re committed to guiding businesses through the energy transition, building solutions for a more sustainable, connected future.
This is where you come in. We are on a journey of growth. We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of technology innovation and we invite you along on this journey.
Job Description
Role Purpose
The Head of Sales will serve as a strategic leader and brand ambassador for Maxi Low, driving commercial success and positioning the business for sustainable growth. This role is responsible for assisting in the defining and executing of the sales strategy, managing the pipeline, and overseeing marketing initiatives to ensure Maxi Low remains a market leader in vehicle body builds.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Brand Representation:
- Act as a figurehead for Maxi Low, representing the brand with authority and driving all sales activity across the business.
Sales Strategy & Planning:
- Develop and implement a robust sales plan aligned with the business goals.
- Establish and grow relationships with specialised vehicle brokerages, developing these to deliver a new channel of sales for the business.
- Own the commercial relationships with OEM’s and dealers, ensuring best in class pricing and a reciprocal business relationship.
Pipeline Development & Management:
- Establish and maintain a diverse, sustainable pipeline of vehicle body build opportunities, providing regular reporting on progress and performance.
Marketing & Go-to-Market Execution:
- Own and guide the go-to-market strategy, overseeing all marketing activity with the support of a dedicated marketing professional.
Team Engagement & Motivation:
- Inspire and engage the wider Maxi Low team, ensuring every opportunity is maximised to achieve sales targets.
Commercial Activities:
- Prepare accurate quotations and compelling business proposals for prospective customers, demonstrating strong commercial awareness and profitability considerations.
Product Development Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Head Designer to influence product development, ensuring alignment with customer needs and emerging market opportunities.
Cross-Team Collaboration:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the Radius Vehicle Solutions field-based team, leveraging referrals and fostering mutual growth.
Customer Advisory & Support:
- Provide expert guidance to customers on purchasing decisions, collaborating with the Radius Vehicle Solutions Leasing team to deliver tailored leasing solutions.
Qualifications
Skills & Experience
- Educated to degree level with a minimum 2:2 (Lower second class honours).
- Proven track record in senior sales within automotive or related industries.
- Strong strategic planning and commercial acumen.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in marketing strategy and execution.
- Ability to influence product development and identify new market opportunities.
- Collaborative approach with internal teams and external partners.
Personal Attributes
- Results-driven with a strategic mindset and hands-on approach.
- Inspirational leader with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
- Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- Highly organised and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
What Success Looks Like
- High fleet availability and utilisation
- Improved service standards and customer satisfaction scores
- Strong team engagement and low staff turnover
- Reduced operational costs and improved profitability
- Smooth, scalable processes that support business growth
- Compliance excellence and reduced operational risk
What to expect from us?
- A workplace where you're trusted to own outcomes, not just tasks.
- Colleagues across functions who value clear, evidence-based recommendations.
- Support to develop your commercial and analytical skills on the job.
- A culture that expects you to speak up when the data says something needs to change.
Not only will you have the chance to further your career development within Radius, but you’ll also have access to our competitive reward and benefits package.
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Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Radius
Our global DEI networks champion LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, women’s empowerment and mental health, neurodiversity and disability support.
We also offer:
- Global Female Health Policy & Female Health Champions
- Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment Policies
- Endometriosis Friendly Employer (UK)
- Women-focused gym & female health events
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Disability Confident Committed Employer (Level 2)
- Race at Work Charter signatory
- Proud sponsor of Crewe Pride (5 years running) and Cheshire Pride Awards Corporate Supporter 2025
- Community network driving charity and volunteering initiatives, with 8 consecutive years of participation in the UK Challenge.
- Give as you earn scheme (payroll giving) and match funding
Next Steps
If you feel we are a good match for each other, you can apply online now!
If you’d like to understand more about the role or life at Radius before applying, then please contact our talent team directly.
Radius is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to welcome people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Note to recruitment agencies:
We do not accept speculative recruitment agency CVs or profiles. Any unsolicited CV received by Radius will be treated as a gift and not eligible for an agency fee.
PSL agencies should only send CVs via our Applicant Tracking System, when approved to do so by the Radius Talent Team.
