Our client, Ulster Carpets Group, is one of Northern Ireland’s most respected and internationally recognised businesses. As a world‑leading manufacturer of luxury woven carpets and premium floor covering, the Group serves prestigious hospitality, marine, residential, and commercial sectors worldwide, combining heritage and craftsmanship with advanced design and manufacturing innovation.

Role Summary

Ulster Carpets Group has created a new Executive Board position – Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSMO) – to accelerate growth and strengthen its global market position. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, this Board‑level role combines a data‑driven and customer‑focused approach with performance management and inspirational leadership, ensuring marketing is aligned to sales objectives and stretching the potential of a large international team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute bold sales strategies to drive growth and open new premium markets.
• Lead and inspire a large, high‑performing international sales team.
• Align marketing initiatives with sales objectives to maximise commercial impact.
• Provide data‑driven decision making and performance management across multiple geographies and premium brands.
• Represent Ulster Carpets Group at Board level, providing strategic vision and executional focus.

Qualifications

• At least ten years’ experience in large‑scale international FF&E businesses.
• Minimum of five years at Divisional Director level or above.
• Proven track record of driving international growth and aligning sales and marketing across multiple geographies.
• Commercially astute and financially disciplined, with strategic vision and executional focus.
• Experience building and inspiring high‑performing teams that deliver measurable results.

Application

To apply, and for further information, please submit your CV quoting reference 25059 to Ciaran Sheehan, Managing Partner, Clarendon Executive, by visiting the link through the ‘Apply’ button.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 24th October 2025.

Our client values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer.