Head of Sales & Service

IPG Photonics is the world leader in fiber laser technology, enabling greater precision, higher productivity and more flexible production for industrial applications and other diverse end markets including materials processing, high-tech electronics, advanced battery technology, automotive, aerospace and medical. Our most valuable asset is our people. Like our lasers we are diverse, powerful and innovative. Our global workforce of more than 5,000 employees is distributed throughout more than thirty locations in twenty-four countries.

For our UK site in Coventry
, we are looking for an experienced leader to drive sales growth and service excellence.

• Develop and implement sales strategies, tactics, and operational sales plans
• Prepare and present sales budgets, forecasts, and performance reports to management
• Ensure effective and efficient use of the company CRM systems
• Identify, develop, and report on new business opportunities in target markets
• Represent the company at conferences, trade fairs, and networking events
• Lead, coach, and manage the sales team to achieve company objectives
• Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with customers, employees, and stakeholders
• Ensure the delivery of class-leading customer support across the UK & Ireland
• Support the conversion of legacy laser platforms to the latest IPG Photonics solutions
• Collaborate closely with management teams in the UK and worldwide

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Physics, or a related technical discipline
• 5–7 years of experience in B2B component sales
• Proven experience in managing and leading a sales team
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes across multiple industries
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Confident presenter capable of representing a large multinational organisation
• Self-starter with strong organisational skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
• Flexible approach to working hours and travel requirements
• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally (e.g. Germany, USA)

• A professional and collegial work environment in an internationally successful company
• Competitive compensation package consisting of an attractive monthly salary and sales bonus
• Flexible hybrid working model that allows you to split your time between home and the office
• Company car and other attractive benefits
• Salary sacrifice for pension
• Modern offices and equipment

If you are looking for an interesting and challenging position, surrounded by people who share your technical interests, please apply by sending your CV in English. Please also attach documents proving your school education and indicate the earliest possible starting date. References from previous employers are welcome.

Coventry, UK

37.5-hours week

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IPG Photonics (UK) Ltd.
Siskin Drive
Middlemarch Business Park
Coventry, CV3 4FJ
, United Kingdom