Commercial Sales Manager - Beef

Talent Guardian; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Guardian is seeking a Commercial Sales Manager for the Midlands region with UK and international travel. The role focuses on growing secondary wholesale, large catering accounts, and catering butchers, driving revenue and building lasting client relationships.

You will lead strategic growth, collaborate with marketing, and manage budgets while targeting profitable opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in wholesale/commercial sales within chilled beef sector.
• Experience building relationships with national and international accounts.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to influence pricing and tenders.

Responsibilities

• Key Account Development: Build strong, profitable relationships across your portfolio.
• Business Growth: Win new clients while nurturing existing partnerships.
• Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver a growth plan for your territory.
• Sales & Marketing: Work with Business Development to craft standout promotions.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and contribute to compelling tenders.
• Risk & Compliance: Collaborate with finance to assess customers and ensure all legal and H&S policies are followed.

Job description

Commercial Sales Manager - Chilled Beef Sector

Location: The role is based in the Midlands with UK / International Travel

Salary: up to £80,000 DOE + Benefits

Join a thriving and fast-paced business as Commercial Sales Manager, driving growth across secondary wholesale, large catering accounts, and catering butchers. We're on the hunt for a results-driven sales leader with deep sector knowledge and a passion for building lasting relationships. This is a high-impact role offering the chance to shape commercial strategy, work with key national and international accounts, and contribute to the continued success of a market-leading business.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Key Account Development: Build strong, profitable relationships across your portfolio.
• Business Growth: Win new clients while nurturing existing partnerships.
• Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver a growth plan for your territory.
• Sales & Marketing: Work with Business Development to craft standout promotions.
• Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and contribute to compelling tenders.
• Risk & Compliance: Collaborate with finance to assess customers and ensure all legal and H&S policies are followed.
• Customer Excellence: Champion a service-first approach that keeps clients coming back.

What We’re Looking For:

We're looking for an ambitious, entrepreneurial individual with a proven track record in the chilled beef sector, particularly within wholesale and commercial sales.

You’ll Shine If You Have:

• A strong history of profitable sales in wholesale/commercial markets.
• Deep knowledge of the beef industry and current market trends.
• A customer-first mindset with the ability to identify and capitalise on opportunities.
• Confident decision-making backed by strong analytical and financial acumen.
• Natural leadership and relationship-building skills.