Head of Sales, Food Partnerships

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Head of Sales for Food Partnerships in London. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to drive social impact within a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating food waste and poverty. The successful candidate will lead a team, engage with partners, and develop strategic sales initiatives that foster growth and sustainability. This position not only promises professional development but also allows you to contribute meaningfully to society. If you have a passion for sales and a commitment to social responsibility, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Current sales leadership experience in the food industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of developing new customer opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Drive partnership engagement and manage a team of six Commercial Managers.
• Foster partnership engagement within a nonprofit focused on reducing food waste.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Portfolio Management

New Partner Acquisition

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Sales Execution

Sustainable Development Knowledge

Job description

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Head of Sales, Food Partnerships, London

Client:

Focus Management Consultants

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Drive partnership engagement in this hybrid Head of Sales role.

This unique position in the food industry involves fostering partnership engagement within a nonprofit organization focused on reducing food waste and combating food poverty across the UK. Responsibilities include joint partner planning, team management, and direct customer interactions.

The role manages a team of six Commercial Managers working with clients across the food sector, including Retail and Manufacturing.

What makes this role unique? It's within a nonprofit, where customers are partners, with the overarching goal of social impact.

Key requirements include leadership, team development, portfolio management, and new partner acquisition among major food suppliers and retailers.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Current sales leadership experience in the food industry
• Experience with tendering, joint business planning, competitor analysis, and strategic sales execution
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record of developing new customer opportunities from scratch
• Experience in driving growth and impact
• Interest and knowledge in Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility

This hybrid role offers a meaningful challenge, growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a charitable cause.