Sales and Commercial Director - Environmental Business Services Highly Attractive Salary and Benefits Package Location: Ideally South Midlands but flexible hybrid working within the UK with regular travel ⭐Do you have a track record of delivering sales growth and commercial success in the public and private sectors? ⭐Are you an experienced leader, committed to inspiring, coaching and motivating your team? ⭐Do you want to help protect the natural environment for future generations? i dverde are the European leader in green services and nature-based solutions to the public and private sectors. As they embark on the next stage of strategic growth, they are seeking a dynamic Sales and Commercial Director to lead, inspire, and transform their sales and commercial teams. The Company Providing nature-based, award-winning, sustainable and environmentally friendly services including landscaping, arboriculture, sport turf management, green rooftops, snow removal and gritting, i dverde are committed to help their clients achieve their environmental and sustainability goals. They create accessible outdoor spaces and promote wildlife conservation. i dverde are present in 6 countries with 7,000 employees, generating revenues of €900M and over 20% annual growth since 2018. With the focus of operations in the UK, they have 4,000 employees and 140 depots in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, with the following 4 main brands; i dverde : Grounds maintenance and landscape creation plantscape : Self-watering planters and planting playforce : Children’s play area equipment icewatch : Winter weather services The Role As Sales and Commercial Director i dverde UK, you will: Expand Private Sector Growth: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities, clients, and partnerships. Collaborate with the operational teams to craft tailored commercial proposals that meet market needs. Transform and grow Public Sector Business: Maintain and nurture strong relationships with public sector clients while introducing new products and services. Pitch for new opportunities, optimize pricing models, and enhance profitability. Lead & Inspire: Build and mentor high-performing Sales and Commercial teams, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and entrepreneurship, shaping their capability to deliver accelerated performance, growth, and profits. Drive Market Excellence: Stay ahead of market trends, conduct competitor analysis, and build key industry partnerships. Monitor new legislation and regulation to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks. Manage Commercial Success: Oversee P&L management, ensuring effective cost control, margin improvement, and accurate forecasting to drive financial success. Shape Marketing Strategy: Collaborate with the Corporate Affairs team to craft a targeted marketing strategy that optimizes use of available resources, drives lead generation and strengthens corporate reputation. Champion Culture & Vision: As a trusted and active member of the leadership team, embody the organisation’s culture, vision and values. Build strong internal relationships and foster cross-functional collaboration to drive overall commercial success. Reports to Chief Executive Officer – UK Rewards The role enjoys a highly competitive salary package, including a performance bonus, car allowance, healthcare, and flexible benefits. You’ll be joining a company with a vibrant, forward-thinking culture that values innovation and high performance. The Ideal Candidate Personal attributes Strategic Acumen: Proven ability to create and execute successful sales and commercial strategies in both the public and private sectors. Business Development Expertise: A track record of identifying and capturing growth opportunities that drive profitability. Commercial & Financial Insight: Deep commercial and financial understanding, with a focus on business and marketing principles. Client Relationship Mastery: Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build trust and foster long-term partnerships. Leadership Skills: Experience leading, mentoring, and developing teams, with a focus on capability building and people management. Operational Excellence: Strong organisational and multi-tasking abilities, with an eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving. Influencing & Negotiation: Superior communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to spot opportunities and close deals P&L Management: Experience in managing P&L, ensuring sustainable growth and financial health. Experience & Skills Proven track record of driving profitable sales and commercial success. Experience working within or selling to both public and private sectors. Strong leadership and team-building experience, developing capability, and dealing with all aspects of people management. P&L management expertise and a thorough understanding of commercial contracts. Ability to drive change through visionary leadership. i dverde Mission, Vision and Values Our Mission: Creating and maintaining landscapes for our clients, employing colleagues who are motivated to do their best, in an environment where they feel valued and proud to work for i dverde. Our Vision: To be the provider of choice for creating and maintaining landscapes for businesses and communities. Our Values: Our values; Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, Respect, Responsibility and Focus , are at the heart of everything we do.