25 Sales Leadership jobs in Ireland

Principal Connections - executive search has been exclusively retained by a prominent international logistics organisation recognised for delivering agile, end-to-end supply chain solutions across high-demand sectors, including food, pharmaceutical, retail, and e-commerce.

THE POSITION

Reporting to the Logistics Director, the post of Sales Director is a newly created, high-impact commercial leadership position focused on accelerating growth within the Irish market for a leading international logistics enterprise.

As part of the organisation's ongoing strategic evolution, a cutting-edge, fully automated, zero-operating-carbon warehouse has recently been developed. The business now seeks an experienced and highly connected Sales Director to take this innovative storage solution to market, capitalise on new business opportunities, and lead the commercial drive toward sustainable, scalable growth.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should be operating at or near Sales Director level, ideally with senior commercial experience in logistics, supply chain, or related sectors. A background in warehouse storage or logistics contracts, along with strong industry relationships, particularly across Food, Pharma and Retail, would be highly advantageous. A solid understanding of the Irish logistics landscape and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams are also desirable.

REMUNERATION

A competitive remuneration package will be on offer to successful candidate.

The position will be offered based on an initial 12-month fixed term contract subject to review thereafter.

HOW TO APPLY

If you believe that you meet the requirements necessary to take on this important role, please submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae via the available 'Apply Option' in strictest confidence, for the immediate attention of Mark Middleton, Partner of retained executive search partners, Principal Connections - executive search .

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Job Title: Commercial Sales Director

Activ8 Solar Energies is Ireland's largest and most experienced solar PV installer, delivering innovative solar solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial clients since 2007.

Activ8 is seeking an experienced Commercial Sales Director for our utility, commercial & industrial division. This role is based at our headquarters in Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan and is a permanent position with salary, bonus, company vehicle, pension, healthcare and additional benefits.

As Commercial Sales Director, you will take full ownership of the division's commercial and sales performance leading strategy, business development, marketing, and customer engagement. You will play a key role in scaling our Utility, Commercial & Industrial (UCI) division. This is a senior leadership role for a results driven sales professional who combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership of teams, clients, and key relationships.

• Strategic Sales Leadership: Develop and execute a high-impact sales and commercial strategy and process for the UCI division, aligned with Activ8's long-term vision.
• Business Development: Identify and secure new B2B opportunities across utility-scale, commercial, and industrial solar markets.
• Marketing & Positioning: Work closely with marketing department to strengthen brand presence and generate qualified leads in target markets.
• Client & Partner Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to drive repeat business and long-term value.
• Industry Representation: Represent Activ8 at industry events, forums, and with key external stakeholders to strengthen the company's profile and influence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with operations and project delivery teams to align customer propositions and ensure seamless execution.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing commercial and sales team, fostering a culture of ambition, collaboration, and delivery.

• Proven track record as a Sales Director, Commercial Director, or senior business development leader in the renewable energy, utilities, or infrastructure sector.
• Deep knowledge of the Irish energy market, particularly solar PV and related technologies.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution and team development.
• Strong network of contacts in the Irish commercial and industrial energy ecosystem.
• Demonstrated success in delivering significant sales growth and securing large-scale commercial deals.
• Experience leading and scaling sales teams, with excellent leadership and coaching skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills at executive and Board level.
• Strategic thinker with strong financial and analytical skills.
• Resilient, entrepreneurial, and driven to succeed in a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment.
• Passion for sustainability and alignment with Activ8's mission.

• Competitive Salary
• Company Vehicle
• Performance Bonus
• Pension Contribution
• Laya Healthcare
• Gym Memberships
• Breakfast Bar
• Life Assurance
• Plus, additional benefits

Interested in making a difference in renewable energy? Apply through the link provided.

Activ8 Solar Energies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sales Director, Enterprise Growth UK/I page is loaded Sales Director, Enterprise Growth UK/I Apply locations Dublin, Ireland Remote - United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R This position is also available for employment in these areas: Dublin, Ireland, Remote - United Kingdom Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Sales Director to lead our UK/I Account Executive team. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and executing our sales strategy to retain and grow our Enterprise customer base. You will drive the performance of the sales team, focussing on complex deal transactions within a portfolio of accounts currently totaling approximately $25M ARR.

As our Enterprise Sales Director, you will embody Pluralsight's values, lead a team of highly skilled sales professionals, and foster a collaborative and hardworking environment across the UK/I region. We are looking for someone with a proven track record of exceptional performance, a deep commitment to our mission, and a passion for building a great team culture.

Who you're committed to being:

• Passionate about Pluralsight's mission: To Advance the World's Technology Workforce.

• A strong and conscientious leader with the vision and instinct to inspire outstanding results.

• Creative and entrepreneurial in your approach.

• Possess influential interpersonal and communication skills, tackling complex business challenges with humility and a growth mindset.

• A collaborative team player, adept at navigating ambiguity and adapting to a constantly evolving environment.

• Consistently demonstrate the ability to accurately forecast and exceed revenue goals as a sales leader.

• A natural listener who thinks logically, strategically, and tactically to solve complex problems.

• Highly self-motivated with a dedication to taking responsibility and working autonomously.

What you'll do:

• Partner with Sales Director peer(s) to establish, shape, and execute strategies for recurring revenue growth to achieve booking targets.

• Provide operational rigor and ensure forecasts and metrics are up-to-date and correct

• Oversee the entire sales process, setting appropriate metrics for sales funnel management and reporting on all business aspects.

• Collaborate with senior leaders and relevant stakeholders to develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures that effectively support the business.

• Support your team by participating in client and prospect meetings and engaging other corporate resources as needed.

• Provide coaching to sellers in alignment with the MEDDPICC framework

• Conduct weekly forecast meetings and 1:1 reviews with your team, ensuring sales tracking and forecasts are readily available to senior leadership and the ELT.

• Maintain key customer relationships and develop and implement strategies for expanding the company's footprint within key Enterprise accounts.

• Support Business Development and Marketing efforts by attending industry conferences and marketing events.

• Occasional travel will be required ( 10%).

Experience you'll bring:

• A successful history of quota attainment with 5+ years of proven experience in Enterprise software sales, including minimum 2 years in a leadership position. (If you are slightly outside of this, please still reach out)

• Professional proficiency in English.

• Expertise in the MEDDPICC framework (ideally both as a seller and a leader/coach)

Requirements:

• Strong experience selling into UK/Irish markets

• Hybrid Work Model: This role follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work at our Dublin, Ireland office Tuesday through Thursday and remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach helps us collaborate more effectively, make decisions more quickly, and build a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you'll love working here:

• We're a blended workplace, where team members work remotely or in a hybrid setup depending on their role and location

• We're mission-driven and values-guided.

• We have a strong commitment to diversity and belonging.

• We cultivate a culture of trust, autonomy, and collaboration.

• We're lifelong learners and champion team member growth and advancement.

• We've got you covered: team member benefits include competitive compensation packages, medical coverage, unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays, wellness reimbursements, Pluralsight subscription, professional development funds, and more.

About us:

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today's tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work.

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Learning and development are at the core of who we are. We're out to help every technologist build better, and we're looking for curious, talented people to help us inspire and empower the tech workforce to achieve their goals . Our culture of autonomy, continuous learning, and collaboration creates an environment for growth and empowers us to drive impact through innovation.