Sector Lead - Commercial Vehicles

If you're looking to elevate your career within the automotive industry, this opportunity as a Section Manager could be the perfect fit for you. Joining a highly respected organisation at the heart of the UK motor industry, you'll have the chance to work on innovative projects, influence key stakeholders, and make a tangible impact on the future of the commercial vehicle and bus, coach, and minibus sectors. With a dynamic environment and a focus on fostering growth and investment, this role offers you the platform to take your career to the next level. What You Will Do: - Lead the development of the light/heavy commercial vehicle (CV) and bus, coach, and minibus (BCM) sections, ensuring their growth and influence. - Manage committees and working groups, creating a platform for members to discuss priorities and share insights. - Build and nurture relationships with members, stakeholders, and colleagues to promote sector interests and drive policy change. - Actively prospect for new members, achieving annual growth targets and ensuring member retention. - Play a pivotal role in supporting the Commercial Vehicle Show, ensuring its success for members. - Represent the company and its members at events and secure speaking opportunities to amplify their influence. What You Will Bring: - Proven experience in account management and a track record of building strong networks. - Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. - Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver initiatives from concept to completion. - A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. - Knowledge of the commercial vehicle and bus, coach, and minibus sectors, with an understanding of policy work being advantageous. In this role, you'll contribute to the company's mission of supporting and promoting the UK motor industry. By leading these critical sectors, you'll help drive innovation, growth, and investment, while ensuring members receive unparalleled value and support. You'll be a key player in shaping the future of these industries and strengthening their voice within the UK and beyond. Location: London - Hybrid Interested?: Don't miss this chance to make a real impact in the automotive industry. Apply now to take the next step in your career and become the driving force behind the success of these pivotal sectors. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included