Head of Sales (AE883518)

Arthur Edward; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency based in the UK is seeking a Head of Sales to lead strategy and execution across major UK retailers. This remote role requires extensive experience with major supermarkets like Tesco and Sainsbury’s, strong commercial acumen, and excellent negotiation skills. The successful candidate will develop sales strategies, manage relationships, and drive product development within a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing major UK retailers and grocers.
• Experience with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, or Morrison essential.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver sales strategy to grow market share.
• Manage relationships with leading UK supermarkets and key accounts.
• Negotiate listings, pricing, and promotional plans.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities for growth.
• Drive new product development and range optimization.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Hands-on attitude

Job description

Head of Sales | Remote | £70-80,000 (AE883518)

Are you commercial minded with a passion for FMCG heritage brands?

Do you thrive on building strong retailer relationships and driving growth?

Join a dynamic business as Head of Sales, leading strategy and execution across major UK retailers. This is a hands‑on role, remote role, where your expertise will shape the future of a much-loved brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver sales strategy to grow market share and profitability
• Manage relationships with leading UK supermarkets and key accounts
• Negotiate listings, pricing and promotional plans
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities for growth
• Collaborate with the highly focused team for seamless execution
• Drive new product development and range optimisation
• Represent the business in retailer meetings and trade events

Candidate Requirements:

• Extensive experience managing major UK retailers, and grocers
• Experience with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda or Morrison essential
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently
• Flexible, adaptable and hands‑on

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and drive with purpose, we want to hear from you! Visit www.arthuredward.com/vacancies and enter AE883518 in the search field.

Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care & FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product life cycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.