Head of Direct Sales

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the pet food sector is seeking a dynamic individual for a newly created role focused on direct sales and event management. This exciting position offers the opportunity to lead a team while planning and executing engaging events that drive brand awareness and sales. As the company enhances its presence in the market, your contributions will be pivotal in shaping its future. If you are passionate about sales and have a knack for event planning, this role is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct sales, particularly in D2C or B2C environments.
• Proven ability to establish new sales functions and achieve targets.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage a new programme of direct sales activity.
• Plan and organise events, activations, and pop-ups.
• Recruit and mentor a team of sales specialists.

Skills

Direct Sales Experience

Team Leadership

Sales Target Achievement

Event Planning

Job description

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• Remote first, travel to events/trade shows required
• Up to £65k basic (DOE)
• FMCG - Pet Food

We are working with a growing business that operates in the niche market of pet products, and is a well-known household name when it comes to dogs, focused on natural, nutritious and balanced food.

They are looking to step up their commitment to trade shows around the country and need to bring someone into this newly created position to not only plan the events, but also manage the events team/brand ambassadors selling B2C. This is a brand new role for them, so a really exciting and influential time to join and really make a mark.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage a new programme of direct sales activity
• Set and achieve ambitious sales targets
• Plan, organise and manage experimental events, activations, pop-ups etc.
• Lead from the front
• Recruit, manage and mentor a team of in-house sales specialists

Requirements:

• Experience working in direct sales within a D2C or B2C environment
• Proven success in establishing a new sales function
• Track record of driving sales through face-to-face engagements