
Head of Sales | High-end Lighting | Global Manufacturer | Melbourne
Specify Consulting
Posted 7 days ago
Are you an experienced management professional with a strong background in lighting or electrical products? Are you an ambitious lighting sales professional looking to take the next step in your career? Are you a technical lighting professional looking to make it in sales?
This could be the career-defining opportunity you've been waiting for.
The Company
Our client is a global leader in LED lighting, furniture fittings, and electronic access control systems. With more than 150,000 high-quality products in their range and a footprint in markets around the world, they’re known for innovation, performance, and unmatched customer service.
Their high-end lighting solutions are trusted across major global projects in healthcare, hospitality, commercial office, retail, and luxury residential sectors.
Currently generating over $10 million in lighting sales, the business is poised for major expansion.
Backed by a world-class team, in-house manufacturing, and full support infrastructure (including Salesforce CRM and a dedicated finance division), they are now investing in a newly created role to drive growth across the Australian market.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on Sales Leader to build and scale a high-end Lighting division across national markets. Reporting to the Chief Business Officer, this role will be responsible for both sales strategy and execution, supported by an existing pipeline and a strong executive team.
You’ll be empowered to develop new markets, expand distribution, build and lead a national team, and help position the business as the go-to brand for premium lighting solutions across commercial and residential projects.
With a strong track record and a fresh strategic vision to 2030, this is a unique opportunity to put your stamp on a new division within a globally respected business. This is your chance to leave your mark in the history books as they expand their reach.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive growth by identifying and developing new sales channels for high-end lighting products
- Manage and grow a national B2B sales team – hire, coach, and lead from the front
- Oversee and expand reseller and wholesaler networks across Australia
- Develop and implement strategic plans targeting Electrical Wholesalers, Contractors, A&D, and Builders
- Build strong relationships with key commercial clients and project stakeholders
- Collaborate with internal teams including Marketing, E-Commerce, and Product Development
- Analyse market trends, track performance, and adjust strategy as needed
- Represent the brand at exhibitions, industry events, and strategic meetings
- Maintain high-level CRM engagement and reporting via Salesforce
Required Skills and Experience
- Strong background in lighting, electrical, building automation or related sales field
- Demonstrated success in sales leadership OR an attitude consistent with future leadership potential
- Existing network within Electrical Wholesalers, Resellers, Builders, or A&D professionals
- Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to opening new markets
- Strong communicator who can engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and scale a high-performance team
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and outcome-focused
What’s in it for You?
- Competitive salary package + attractive commission/bonus structure
- Company car or car allowance, phone, laptop, and business tools provided
- Opportunity to lead a new division and inherit a $10M+ pipeline
- Be part of major lighting projects across high-profile industries
- Be the pioneer of a newly created business division
- Be a part of the success story as this business reaches new heights
- Career development and leadership training opportunities
- Access to a modern employee wellness platform
- Work for a forward-thinking, globally respected company with ambitious 2030 goals
Ready to Light the Way?
If you're a strategic, connected, and driven sales leader or ambitious lighting sales professional looking to elevate your career and build something lasting—we want to hear from you.
Contact Ashton Miller for a confidential discussion on 0478 156 151 or email [email protected]OR Apply Now!!!
About Specify Consulting
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